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Shell Beach Preserve
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Shell Beach Preserve is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 331th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 387.5 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Shell Beach settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Shell Beach Preserve coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Pismo Beach, which has a rating of 7.9.
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Shell Beach Preserve (California) is located outside the Shell 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 Shell Beach Preserve 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
"This beach is absolutely gorgeous with its unique gray sand and pebble. It also features caves, tide pools, and an abundance of shells, which gives it its name. Additionally, the waves are perfect for jumping in and having fun."
Sunshine Land
"I absolutely adore this beach. The breathtaking views are simply stunning. Additionally, the unique gray sand mixed with pebbles adds to the natural beauty of this location."
Mandara Hunkel
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"This beach is absolutely gorgeous with its unique gray sand and pebble. It also features caves, tide pools, and an abundance of shells, which gives it its name. Additionally, the waves are perfect for jumping in and having fun."
Sunshine Land
"I absolutely adore this beach. The breathtaking views are simply stunning. Additionally, the unique gray sand mixed with pebbles adds to the natural beauty of this location."
Mandara Hunkel
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
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Cuesta-by-the-Sea 6.1 km
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Morro Bay 1.6 km
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Cayucos 0.9 km
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Cayucos 1.4 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Penny's All American...• 2.7km
- Honeymoon Cafe• 2.8km
- Splash Café• 2.9km
- Pismo Yogurt• 2.9km
Attractions
- Pismo Beach• 3.1km
- Pismo Beach Walkway...• 3.2km
- Mary Herrington Park• 3.4km
- Ira Lease Park• 3.4km
Transport
- SBP• 9.7km
- Pismo Beach Premium...• 4.4km
- Seward Trains• 37.3km
Localities
- Shell Beach• 380m
- Sacramento• 387.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Shell Beach Preserve?
Shell Beach Preserve has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Shell Beach Preserve?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Shell Beach Preserve, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Shell Beach Preserve good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Shell Beach Preserve does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Shell Beach Preserve 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Shell Beach Preserve secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Shell Beach Preserve?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Shell Beach Preserve.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Penny's All American Cafe is the closest place located 2800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Shell Beach Preserve?
There are 190 places to stay in the Shell Beach Preserve area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Shell Beach Preserve include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Shell Beach Preserve from parking?
The Shell Beach Preserve 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Shell Beach Preserve?
There are 4 attractions near Shell Beach Preserve that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pismo Beach located in 3.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Shell Beach Preserve?
The month with the highest temperature in Shell Beach Preserve is September. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 15°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Shell Beach Preserve (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.Shell Beach Preserve (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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