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Bowling Ball Beach
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Bowling Ball Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 331th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 190.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Gallaway settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.
Bowling Ball Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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.
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Bowling Ball Beach (California) is located outside the Gallaway 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 Bowling Ball 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 hidden gem along the Pacific Coast Highway can easily be overlooked. The only parking available is parallel and on the west side of the road, facing south. A short hike to the beach is required, which includes navigating steep stairs without a handrail and maneuvering around a log jam. However, it's all worth it once you reach the picturesque beach with waterfalls that ..."
Rajiv Malhotra
"The beach is currently undergoing restoration, hence, the pines that once lined the trail leading to it have been burned. Although there are signs of regrowth, the sight is quite disheartening. The steps along the cliff that lead down to the beach can be challenging, especially for those who are physically fit. However, despite the difficulties, the beach is still worth visi..."
Sofia Delgado
User reviews
"This hidden gem along the Pacific Coast Highway can easily be overlooked. The only parking available is parallel and on the west side of the road, facing south. A short hike to the beach is required, which includes navigating steep stairs without a handrail and maneuvering around a log jam. However, it's all worth it once you reach the picturesque beach with waterfalls that ..."
Rajiv Malhotra
"The beach is currently undergoing restoration, hence, the pines that once lined the trail leading to it have been burned. Although there are signs of regrowth, the sight is quite disheartening. The steps along the cliff that lead down to the beach can be challenging, especially for those who are physically fit. However, despite the difficulties, the beach is still worth visi..."
Sofia Delgado
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Transport
- UKI• 48.7km
- Elk• 29.3km
- Mendocino Model Rail...• 65.1km
Localities
- Gallaway• 520m
- Sacramento• 190.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Bowling Ball Beach?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Bowling Ball Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Bowling Ball 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 Bowling Ball 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.
Bowling Ball Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
Is the Bowling Ball 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Bowling Ball 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:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Bowling Ball Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Bowling Ball Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Bowling Ball Beach?
There are 16 places to stay in the Bowling Ball Beach area.
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How far is the Bowling Ball Beach from parking?
The Bowling Ball 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 Bowling Ball Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Bowling Ball Beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 13°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Bowling Ball 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.Bowling Ball 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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