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Baker Beach
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About
Baker Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 154th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 123.1 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of San Francisco settlement, just 5.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, 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, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.
Baker Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
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 Ocean Beach II, which has a rating of 7.4.
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Baker Beach is located in California within San Francisco, 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 truly splendid, despite the occasional presence of branches scattered around. The breathtaking view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the impressive waves make for an unforgettable experience. However, it's important to be vigilant as there have been incidents of theft in the area. It's advisable to not leave any valuable items in your car when visiting the beach."
Avram Katz.
"I really enjoyed seeing the Golden Gate Bridge up close and personal. Additionally, Baker Beach was quite pleasant."
Derek
User reviews
"The beach is truly splendid, despite the occasional presence of branches scattered around. The breathtaking view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the impressive waves make for an unforgettable experience. However, it's important to be vigilant as there have been incidents of theft in the area. It's advisable to not leave any valuable items in your car when visiting the beach."
Avram Katz.
"I really enjoyed seeing the Golden Gate Bridge up close and personal. Additionally, Baker Beach was quite pleasant."
Derek
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What to do in Baker Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Baker Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Baker Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Baker Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Angelina's Deli Cafe• 14 min walk
- Bazaar Café• 15 min walk
- Pizzetta 211• 15 min walk
- Tal-Y-Tara Restauran...• 15 min walk
Attractions
- Batteries to Bluffs...• 8 min walk
- Battery McKinnon-Sto...• 11 min walk
- Seacliff San Francis...• 12 min walk
- Battery Godfrey• 17 min walk
Transport
- JCC• 22 min walk
- 25th Ave & Californi...• 15 min walk
- Embarcadero• 7.6km
Localities
- San Francisco• 5.8km
- Sacramento• 123.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Baker Beach?
The coastline of Baker 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 Baker Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Baker Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Baker Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
- Surfing
Is the Baker 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.
Baker Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Baker Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Baker 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 Baker 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:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Baker Beach?
Baker Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
- FKK / Naturists
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Baker Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Baker Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Angelina's Deli Cafe is the closest place located 1100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Baker Beach?
There are 494 places to stay in the Baker Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Baker Beach include:
- Infinity Hotel San Francisco, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Inn at Golden Gate
- My Rosegarden Guest Rooms
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Baker Beach from parking?
The Baker 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 Baker Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Baker Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Batteries to Bluffs Trail located in 0.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Baker Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Baker 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?
Baker 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.Baker 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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