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Nicholas Canyon Beach
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About
Nicholas Canyon Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 154th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 554.2 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of South Beach settlement, just 3.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Nicholas Canyon Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is El Matador Beach, which has a rating of 8.1.
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+22
oC
+16
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3.6
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+17
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Beach overall scores
Nicholas Canyon Beach (California) is located outside the South Beach settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Nicholas Canyon Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach offers breathtaking vistas, but let's not kid ourselves, it's really only worth visiting if you're into kiting or surfing. Don't bother coming here if you're just looking to lounge around and soak up some sun - this isn't that kind of beach. But if you're a thrill-seeker looking for some serious waves, then this is the spot for you. Just don't expect any frills or ..."
Svetlana Kova
"This beach is an ideal location to witness the majestic force of the ocean waves, with ample space to relax and soak up the sun."
Sarina Lomov.
User reviews
"The beach offers breathtaking vistas, but let's not kid ourselves, it's really only worth visiting if you're into kiting or surfing. Don't bother coming here if you're just looking to lounge around and soak up some sun - this isn't that kind of beach. But if you're a thrill-seeker looking for some serious waves, then this is the spot for you. Just don't expect any frills or ..."
Svetlana Kova
"This beach is an ideal location to witness the majestic force of the ocean waves, with ample space to relax and soak up the sun."
Sarina Lomov.
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What to do in Nicholas Canyon Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Nicholas Canyon Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Nicholas Canyon Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Nicholas Canyon Beach?
The coastline of Nicholas Canyon Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Nicholas Canyon Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Nicholas Canyon Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Nicholas Canyon Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Nicholas Canyon 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.
The waves in the Nicholas Canyon Beach are usually strong.
Is the Nicholas Canyon 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 Nicholas Canyon 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
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Nicholas Canyon Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Nicholas Canyon Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Nicholas Canyon Beach?
There are 39 places to stay in the Nicholas Canyon Beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Nicholas Canyon Beach from parking?
The Nicholas Canyon 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Nicholas Canyon Beach?
There are 1 attractions near Nicholas Canyon Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Wishtoyo Chumash Village located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Nicholas Canyon Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Nicholas Canyon Beach is September. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 17°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Nicholas Canyon 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.Nicholas Canyon 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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