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Shelter Cove Beach
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Shelter Cove Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 331th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 141.2 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Pacifica settlement, just 3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious bay with turquoise water and gray 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 not crowded place during the season.
Shelter Cove 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.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Gray Whale Cove Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Shelter Cove Beach is located in California within Pacifica, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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
"Each and every sandy haven along the Californian coastline is accessible to the general public until the point where the tide reaches its highest peak. Hence, as long as you can reach the beach via water, tidelands or an adjoining beach, you are permitted to stay there without any legal repercussions, provided you do not venture onto the land above the high tide level."
Kaela Miramar.
"The scenery is absolutely stunning. I was under the impression that all California beaches were open to the public and that there was supposed to be fair access. Can someone kindly provide clarification on this matter?"
R V
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"Each and every sandy haven along the Californian coastline is accessible to the general public until the point where the tide reaches its highest peak. Hence, as long as you can reach the beach via water, tidelands or an adjoining beach, you are permitted to stay there without any legal repercussions, provided you do not venture onto the land above the high tide level."
Kaela Miramar.
"The scenery is absolutely stunning. I was under the impression that all California beaches were open to the public and that there was supposed to be fair access. Can someone kindly provide clarification on this matter?"
R V
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Shelter Cove Beach?
The coastline of Shelter Cove Beach is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Shelter Cove Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Shelter 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 Shelter 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 Shelter Cove Beach are usually strong.
So the overall recommendation of the Shelter Cove Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Shelter 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 Shelter Cove Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Shelter Cove Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Shelter Cove Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Shelter Cove Beach?
There are 167 places to stay in the Shelter Cove Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Shelter Cove Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Shelter Cove Beach from parking?
The Shelter 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 Shelter Cove Beach?
There are 2 attractions near Shelter Cove Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are San Pedro Valley Park located in 4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Shelter Cove Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Shelter Cove Beach is September. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 12°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Shelter 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.Shelter 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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