Sorrento

Black's beach

Good for Relax
7.9
 / 10 Very good
#57 out of 385
in California

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+20 oC +16 oC
Air temperature
3.7 M/S
Wind
+17 oC
Water temperature
1.2 M
Wave height

Sorrento Valley, California,

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Beach overall scores

Water
Exceptional
9.5/10
Cover
Tolerable
4.9/10
Cleanliness
Good
6.5/10
Amenities
Bad
0.5/10
Booking.com
"This beach is amazing, but it's a bit risky to navigate the narrow and rocky path. It may not be accessible for handicapped people, and it's not a good place for dogs. However, for those who love hiking, this might be the perfect spot. The sunset in the parking lot is beautiful, but it's best to keep it low-key as the police patrol the area."
Jaxon Andrews
"If you're looking to admire stunning cliffs and steer clear of the crowds that flock to other beaches, this is a fantastic option. Although it is technically a nude beach, the majority of visitors are actually fully clothed, so you wouldn't necessarily realize it. The stairs leading down to the beach and back up again aren't too difficult, even for those who aren't in the be..."
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"This beach is amazing, but it's a bit risky to navigate the narrow and rocky path. It may not be accessible for handicapped people, and it's not a good place for dogs. However, for those who love hiking, this might be the perfect spot. The sunset in the parking lot is beautiful, but it's best to keep it low-key as the police patrol the area."
Jaxon Andrews
"If you're looking to admire stunning cliffs and steer clear of the crowds that flock to other beaches, this is a fantastic option. Although it is technically a nude beach, the majority of visitors are actually fully clothed, so you wouldn't necessarily realize it. The stairs leading down to the beach and back up again aren't too difficult, even for those who aren't in the be..."
Avery Ramirez
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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • Torreyana 20 min walk
  • Come On In! Cafe 26 min walk
  • Roger's Place and Ma... 27 min walk
  • Green Acre 2.8km

Attractions

  • Salk Institute for B... 11 min walk
  • Torrey Pines Golf Co... 23 min walk
  • Allen Field 2.7km
  • Birch Aquarium at Sc... 2.8km

Transport

  • NKX 10.7km
  • Sorrento Valley Coas... 2.9km
  • Sorrento Valley 3km

Localities

  • Sorrento Valley 6.1km
  • Sacramento 738.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Black's beach?

The coastline of Black's beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Black's beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Black's beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Black's beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

  • Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

  • Beach volleyball

Is the Black's beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Black's beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Black's beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Black's beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Black's beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

  • Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Black's beach?

Black's beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

  • Beachgoers with pets
  • FKK / Naturists

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Black's beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Black's beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Torreyana is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Black's beach?

There are 593 places to stay in the Black's beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Black's beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Black's beach from parking?

The Black's beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Black's beach?

There are 4 attractions near Black's beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Salk Institute for Biological Studies located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Black's beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Black's beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Black's beach (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Black's beach (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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