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Bodega Bay
Pinnacle beach
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About
Pinnacle beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 211th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 136.5 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Bodega Bay settlement, just 3.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Pinnacle beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, showers. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Doran Beach, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Pinnacle beach (California) is located outside the Bodega Bay 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 Pinnacle 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
"This coastal gem is a hidden treasure, as it requires a bit of a trek to reach, resulting in a more peaceful and secluded atmosphere. The payoff is well worth the effort, as you'll discover a stunning expanse of soft, sandy beach, complete with impressive rock formations, towering cliffs, and intriguing tide pools to explore."
Liam Kostopoulos
"I am enamored with this beach, primarily due to the tranquility we experienced during our visit on a hot Thursday. However, I must warn you that reaching the beach requires a challenging 15-minute hike from the trailhead, and a companion mentioned that the crowds on Labor Day were overwhelming. This is likely the case on any warm weekend."
Nathanial Stone
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"This coastal gem is a hidden treasure, as it requires a bit of a trek to reach, resulting in a more peaceful and secluded atmosphere. The payoff is well worth the effort, as you'll discover a stunning expanse of soft, sandy beach, complete with impressive rock formations, towering cliffs, and intriguing tide pools to explore."
Liam Kostopoulos
"I am enamored with this beach, primarily due to the tranquility we experienced during our visit on a hot Thursday. However, I must warn you that reaching the beach requires a challenging 15-minute hike from the trailhead, and a companion mentioned that the crowds on Labor Day were overwhelming. This is likely the case on any warm weekend."
Nathanial Stone
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
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- Gourmet Au Bay• 4.1km
Transport
- STS• 28.7km
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- Rohnert Park• 28.1km
Localities
- Bodega Bay• 3.9km
- Sacramento• 136.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Pinnacle beach?
The coastline of Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Pinnacle beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Pinnacle 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 gentle.
Is the Pinnacle beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Pinnacle beach?
Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pinnacle beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bluewater Lounge at Bodega Harbour is the closest place located 1100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Pinnacle beach?
There are 57 places to stay in the Pinnacle beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Pinnacle beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Pinnacle beach from parking?
The Pinnacle 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 walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.
What is the best time of the year to visit Pinnacle beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Pinnacle 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?
Pinnacle 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.Pinnacle 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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