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New Brighton Beach
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About
New Brighton Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 174th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 182.1 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Capitola settlement, just 1.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious 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 partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
New Brighton 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.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Sunny Cove Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Beach overall scores
New Brighton Beach is located in California within Capitola, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach is stunning, well-maintained, and conveniently accessible. The premium sites are particularly breathtaking, with stunning views of the beach and the surrounding natural beauty. Additionally, the sites are generously spaced and offer plenty of room to spread out and relax."
Lila Rendova
"I always choose to visit this beach in Capitola as it never fails to impress me. The golden sand adds to the beauty of this place, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and enjoyment."
Renee Bipp
User reviews
"The beach is stunning, well-maintained, and conveniently accessible. The premium sites are particularly breathtaking, with stunning views of the beach and the surrounding natural beauty. Additionally, the sites are generously spaced and offer plenty of room to spread out and relax."
Lila Rendova
"I always choose to visit this beach in Capitola as it never fails to impress me. The golden sand adds to the beauty of this place, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and enjoyment."
Renee Bipp
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Restaurants
- Gayle's Bakery & Ros...• 17 min walk
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Attractions
- New Brighton State B...• 7 min walk
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Localities
- Capitola• 1.4km
- Sacramento• 182.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the New Brighton Beach?
The coastline of New Brighton Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at New Brighton Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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 New Brighton Beach are usually strong.
So the overall recommendation of the New Brighton Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of New Brighton Beach?
New Brighton Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of New Brighton Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on New Brighton Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the New Brighton Beach?
There are 122 places to stay in the New Brighton Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of New Brighton Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the New Brighton Beach from parking?
The New Brighton 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.
Are there any attractions nearby New Brighton Beach?
There are 2 attractions near New Brighton Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are New Brighton State Beach located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit New Brighton Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in New Brighton Beach is September. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 14°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
New Brighton 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.New Brighton 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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