Notleys Landing

Little Sur River Beach

Good for Relax

7.7

/ 10 Very good

#118 out of 385
in California

About

Little Sur River Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 118th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 252 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Notleys Landing settlement, just 7.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.

Little Sur River Beach 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.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

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Historical

+15 ^oC +11 ^oC

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+13 ^oC

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Notleys Landing, California,

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

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6.2/10

Cleanliness

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Amenities

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Little Sur River Beach (California) is located outside the Notleys Landing 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 Little Sur River 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

"Getting to this beach requires some effort, as you'll need to hike down from the highway. However, the effort is well worth it. Keep in mind that there's limited parking available on Hwy 1, and there are no restrooms or other facilities. If you're traveling by RV, you'll find level parking here and you'll definitely appreciate it after the hike back up from the beach."

Alden Rutherford

"The sheer magnificence of the beach is beyond words. It is an exquisite sight to behold, and one can't help but be awestruck by its natural beauty. The beach is a true masterpiece of nature, and it is an experience that one will never forget."

Nathan Diaz

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12km from the beach

7.8

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Fernwood Resort

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18.2km from center

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12.9km from the beach

7.7

Very good

Big Sur Lodge

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Notleys Landing

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19.2km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- High prevalence of sharks
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

MRY• 28.6km
Carmel Bus Stop• 22.9km
Salinas• 43.9km

Localities

Notleys Landing• 7.3km
Sacramento• 252km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Little Sur River Beach?

The coastline of Little Sur River Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 Little Sur River Beach?

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

Is the Little Sur River Beach good for swimming?

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

The waves in the Little Sur River Beach are usually strong.

Is the Little Sur River 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 gentle.

Is the Little Sur River Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Little Sur River Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Little Sur River Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Little Sur River Beach?

There are 2 places to stay in the Little Sur River Beach area.

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How far is the Little Sur River Beach from parking?

The Little Sur River 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Little Sur River Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Little Sur River Beach is September. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 13°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Little Sur River 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.Little Sur River 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.