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Muir Beach
Muir Beach
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About
Muir Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 86th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 123.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Muir Beach settlement, just 0.6 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 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.
Muir 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. 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 at some distance, within 300 meters.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Tennessee Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.
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Muir Beach is located in California within Muir Beach, 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
"A stunning location to relax and enjoy the mesmerizing sight of the waves crashing onto the shore. The beach parking area offers a plethora of hiking trails that span for miles, providing an opportunity to explore the surrounding nature. The scenery is breathtaking, and every turn offers a new and incredible view. To ensure a stress-free experience, it's recommended to arriv..."
David Darnell
"The starting point for the trail is conveniently located and has plenty of parking but it's better to arrive early to avoid crowds. The boardwalk trail leads to a beautiful sandy beach with vast open space to relax and enjoy the sun. However, there isn't much shade available on the beach or during the hike. It's important to be cautious of sneaker waves, but don't miss out o..."
Alex Riva.
User reviews
"A stunning location to relax and enjoy the mesmerizing sight of the waves crashing onto the shore. The beach parking area offers a plethora of hiking trails that span for miles, providing an opportunity to explore the surrounding nature. The scenery is breathtaking, and every turn offers a new and incredible view. To ensure a stress-free experience, it's recommended to arriv..."
David Darnell
"The starting point for the trail is conveniently located and has plenty of parking but it's better to arrive early to avoid crowds. The boardwalk trail leads to a beautiful sandy beach with vast open space to relax and enjoy the sun. However, there isn't much shade available on the beach or during the hike. It's important to be cautious of sneaker waves, but don't miss out o..."
Alex Riva.
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Inverness Park 6 km
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Alameda 1.4 km
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Inverness Park 6.8 km
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Montara 2.5 km
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Montara 0.5 km
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Seal Cove 0.1 km
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Seahaven 12.3 km
What to do in Muir Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Muir 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 Muir 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
Transport
- JMC• 5.7km
- Golden Gate Br Tunne...• 10.6km
- Embarcadero• 17.4km
Localities
- Muir Beach• 670m
- Sacramento• 123.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Muir Beach?
The coastline of Muir Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively 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 Muir Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Muir Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Muir Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Muir 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.
Muir Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Muir 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 Muir 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 Muir Beach?
Muir 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 Muir Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Muir Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Muir Beach?
There are 46 places to stay in the Muir Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Muir Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Muir Beach from parking?
The Muir 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Muir Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Muir 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?
Muir 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.Muir 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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