Santa Cruz

Mitchell's Cove Beach

Good for Relax
7
 / 10 Good
#291 out of 385
in California

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+22 oC +12 oC
Air temperature
7.8 M/S
Wind
+13 oC
Water temperature
1.9 M
Wave height

Santa Cruz, California,

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Beach overall scores

Water
Excellent
8.5/10
Cover
Tolerable
4.9/10
Cleanliness
Pleasant
6/10
Amenities
Bad
1/10
Booking.com
"We took our furry friend to this beach for her first ocean experience, and it was a great choice. As a young pup, we wanted a smaller beach where we could keep an eye on her during off-leash hours. This beach was just the right size for us to feel comfortable. Even on a Saturday afternoon, it wasn't too crowded, which made for a relaxing outing."
Dore Mark
"The beach is a wonderful destination that can be easily accessed by parking your car in a convenient spot located north of Bodega Bay. The stunning beauty of the coast and the sea can be fully appreciated on a clear day, making it a perfect location for a relaxing day out."
Bagwe Prashant
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"We took our furry friend to this beach for her first ocean experience, and it was a great choice. As a young pup, we wanted a smaller beach where we could keep an eye on her during off-leash hours. This beach was just the right size for us to feel comfortable. Even on a Saturday afternoon, it wasn't too crowded, which made for a relaxing outing."
Dore Mark
"The beach is a wonderful destination that can be easily accessed by parking your car in a convenient spot located north of Bodega Bay. The stunning beauty of the coast and the sea can be fully appreciated on a clear day, making it a perfect location for a relaxing day out."
Bagwe Prashant
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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • Ivéta Westside 12 min walk
  • Venus Spirits Cockta... 13 min walk
  • West End Tap and Kit... 13 min walk
  • Fonda Felix 13 min walk

Attractions

  • Santa Cruz Mountain... 12 min walk
  • Lighthouse Point 17 min walk
  • Neary Lagoon Park 17 min walk
  • Monterey Bay Nationa... 24 min walk

Transport

  • WVI 22.5km
  • Santa Cruz Metro Cen... 2.5km
  • Roaring Camp, Big Tr... 9.9km

Localities

  • Santa Cruz 2.6km
  • Sacramento 187km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Mitchell's Cove Beach?

The coastline of Mitchell's Cove 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 Mitchell's Cove Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Mitchell's Cove 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 Mitchell's Cove 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 Mitchell's Cove Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Mitchell's Cove Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Mitchell's Cove 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 Mitchell's Cove 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 Mitchell's Cove Beach?

Mitchell's Cove Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

  • Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Mitchell's Cove Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Mitchell's Cove Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Ivéta Westside is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Mitchell's Cove Beach?

There are 104 places to stay in the Mitchell's Cove Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Mitchell's Cove Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Mitchell's Cove Beach from parking?

The Mitchell's Cove 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 Mitchell's Cove Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Mitchell's Cove Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Mitchell's Cove Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Mitchell's Cove 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?

Mitchell's Cove 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.Mitchell's Cove 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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