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Santa Claus Beach

Good for Relax
7.4
 / 10 Good
#174 out of 385
in California

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+25 oC +16 oC
Air temperature
4.1 M/S
Wind
+17 oC
Water temperature
1.3 M
Wave height

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Key features

Beach overall scores

Water
Excellent
8.5/10
Cover
Pleasant
6.2/10
Cleanliness
Good
6.5/10
Amenities
Tolerable
5/10
Booking.com
"After lunch at Padaro Beach Grill (see other posts on that little gem), we strolled down to Santa Claus Beach. With the namesake of the Jolly Ol' Elf himself, how could it go wrong? Fairly easy access but did require climbing over the rocks that abutt the shore and separate it from the trail and Surfliner train tracks. I spotted a woman who was about 6 months pregnant safe..."
Dr H
"Very pristine and so secluded, way less people on the beach as opposed to Santa Barbara beaches. Lots of sandpipers, dolphins, pelicans and beautiful surroundings to look at. One of our all-time favorites."
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"After lunch at Padaro Beach Grill (see other posts on that little gem), we strolled down to Santa Claus Beach. With the namesake of the Jolly Ol' Elf himself, how could it go wrong? Fairly easy access but did require climbing over the rocks that abutt the shore and separate it from the trail and Surfliner train tracks. I spotted a woman who was about 6 months pregnant safe..."
Dr H
"Very pristine and so secluded, way less people on the beach as opposed to Santa Barbara beaches. Lots of sandpipers, dolphins, pelicans and beautiful surroundings to look at. One of our all-time favorites."
吕家庭
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Beach surroundings

Transport

  • SBA 26.7km
  • Via Real & East Pada... 4 min walk
  • Goleta 26.9km

Localities

  • Sandyland 800m
  • Sacramento 494.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Santa Claus Beach?

The coastline of Santa Claus Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very 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 Santa Claus Beach?

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

The Santa Claus Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

  • Surfing

Is the Santa Claus 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

The waves in the Santa Claus Beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Santa Claus Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Santa Claus Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Santa Claus Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Santa Claus Beach?

Santa Claus Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

  • Wild camping lovers
  • Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Santa Claus Beach?

The bar is located right on the Santa Claus Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Santa Claus Beach?

There are 97 places to stay in the Santa Claus Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Santa Claus Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Santa Claus Beach from parking?

The Santa Claus Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Santa Claus Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Santa Claus Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 16°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Santa Claus 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.Santa Claus 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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