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Funston Beach
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About
Funston Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 243th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 130.8 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Broadmoor settlement, just 3.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Funston Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
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.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Ocean Beach, which has a rating of 7.4.
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Funston Beach (California) is located outside the Broadmoor 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 Funston 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
"We had an absolutely amazing experience exploring this beach area. We decided to take a spontaneous walk towards Fort Funston, and unexpectedly found ourselves on a stunning, secluded trail. The scenery was truly majestic and breathtaking. We feel incredibly fortunate to have stumbled upon this hidden gem!"
Lila Sora
"The beach is absolutely stunning, especially when you venture down by hiking. Just ensure that you have sufficient energy for the climb back up. It's a fantastic stroll along the beach, quite peaceful and really cool. Once you're finished, just remember to have enough energy to hike back up."
Ryllis 357
User reviews
"We had an absolutely amazing experience exploring this beach area. We decided to take a spontaneous walk towards Fort Funston, and unexpectedly found ourselves on a stunning, secluded trail. The scenery was truly majestic and breathtaking. We feel incredibly fortunate to have stumbled upon this hidden gem!"
Lila Sora
"The beach is absolutely stunning, especially when you venture down by hiking. Just ensure that you have sufficient energy for the climb back up. It's a fantastic stroll along the beach, quite peaceful and really cool. Once you're finished, just remember to have enough energy to hike back up."
Ryllis 357
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Localities
- Broadmoor• 3.1km
- Sacramento• 130.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Funston Beach?
The coastline of Funston Beach is covered with golden 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 Funston Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Funston 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 Funston 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 Funston 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 Funston Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Funston 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 Funston Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. 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
What are the key audiences of Funston Beach?
Funston 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 Funston Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Funston Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Funston Beach?
There are 475 places to stay in the Funston Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Funston Beach include:
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How far is the Funston Beach from parking?
The Funston 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 Funston Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Funston 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?
Funston 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.Funston 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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