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Granite Point Beach
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About
Granite Point Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 348th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 231.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Carmel Meadows settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, 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, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Granite Point 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.
To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail about 500m long.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Carmel Beach, which has a rating of 8.
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+11
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5.3
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+13
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Beach overall scores
Granite Point Beach (California) is located outside the Carmel Meadows 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, 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 an unparalleled beauty that is truly one-of-a-kind. However, it is worth noting that there are no restroom facilities available on site."
Talor Jazari
"The coastal path offers a splendid stroll with breathtaking vistas of the ocean. The experience is enhanced with the inclusion of some captivating videos along the way."
Maxwell Granger
User reviews
"The beach offers an unparalleled beauty that is truly one-of-a-kind. However, it is worth noting that there are no restroom facilities available on site."
Talor Jazari
"The coastal path offers a splendid stroll with breathtaking vistas of the ocean. The experience is enhanced with the inclusion of some captivating videos along the way."
Maxwell Granger
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
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Sand City 2.3 km
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Notleys Landing 2.8 km
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Pacific Grove 0.4 km
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Sand City 1 km
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Pacific's Edge• 28 min walk
- Mission Ranch Restau...• 2.6km
- Starbucks• 2.8km
- Carmel Valley Coffee...• 2.9km
Attractions
- Point Lobos State Na...• 9 min walk
- Carmelite Monastery• 16 min walk
- Carmel Mission Basil...• 2.8km
- Golden Bough Playhou...• 3.5km
Transport
- MRY• 11.1km
- Carmel Bus Stop• 3.1km
- Salinas• 30.5km
Localities
- Carmel Meadows• 1.7km
- Sacramento• 231.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Granite Point Beach?
The beachline of Granite Point Beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Granite Point Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Granite Point Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Granite Point Beach 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.
Granite Point Beach is fully protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Granite Point Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Granite Point 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 pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Granite Point 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:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Granite Point Beach?
Granite Point Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Granite Point Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Granite Point Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pacific's Edge is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Granite Point Beach?
There are 233 places to stay in the Granite Point Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Granite Point Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Granite Point Beach from parking?
The Granite Point Beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Granite Point Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Granite Point Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Point Lobos State Natural Reserve located in 0.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Granite Point Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Granite Point 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?
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