Mendocino

Portuguese Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Portuguese Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Portuguese Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Fog Eater Cafe is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Portuguese Beach?

There are 54 places to stay in the Portuguese Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Portuguese Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2711060&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Agate Cove Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4365609&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Seagull Inn Bed & Breakfast</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1739429&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Inns of Mendocino</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2823486&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Mendocino View East</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2257413&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Redwood Rest</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4219636&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Little River Retreat</a></li></ul>

Good for Relax

6.8

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#331 out of 385
in California

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Portuguese Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 331th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 215.7 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Mendocino settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a small bay 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.

Portuguese Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Big River Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

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Historical

+18 ^oC +10 ^oC

Air temperature

4.4 M/S

Wind

+12 ^oC

Water temperature

2.1 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Frustrating

4/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Portuguese Beach is located in California within Mendocino, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

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 coastline of this delightful town is adorned with lively and vivid waters. The Portuguese Beach and the Mendocino Headland Trail that surrounds it offer a perfect setting for a serene and breathtaking stroll along the coast, particularly during the summertime. The picturesque scenery is sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors seeking a tranquil escape."

Ethan Blair

"Abundant street parking, effortless accessibility, and a prime location in the center of Mendocino town make this beach a must-visit destination."

Kai Kimura

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"Abundant street parking, effortless accessibility, and a prime location in the center of Mendocino town make this beach a must-visit destination."

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460m from the beach

Mendocino Art Center

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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360m from center

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660m from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Seagull Inn Bed & Breakfast

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

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Mendocino

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50m from center

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710m from the beach

8.3

Very good

Inns of Mendocino

Inn

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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280m from center

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770m from the beach

Exceptional

Nicholson House at Beaujolais

Hotel

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Mendocino

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330m from center

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870m from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Mendocino View East

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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260m from center

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1.5km from the beach

8.9

Excellent

Agate Cove Inn

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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980m from center

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1.6km from the beach

7.8

Very good

Headland Cove Retreat

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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1km from center

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2km from the beach

7.7

Very good

Redwood Cottage

Entire House

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Mendocino

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1.4km from center

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2.5km from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Redwood Rest

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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1.9km from center

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3.2km from the beach

Exceptional

Ocean Trails

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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2.9km from center

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4km from the beach

Excellent

Little River Retreat

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino

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4.3km from center

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4.7km from the beach

Little River Redwoods

Entire House

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Mendocino

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4.9km from center

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- High prevalence of sharks
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

Mendocino, United States

Big River Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Mendocino 0.9 km

Caspar, United States

Jug Handle Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Caspar 1.5 km

Fort Bragg, United States

Pudding Creek Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Fort Bragg 1.6 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Fog Eater Cafe• 4 min walk
Trillium Cafe & Inn• 4 min walk
Dick's Place• 6 min walk
Flow | Restaurant &...• 6 min walk

Attractions

Temple of Kwan Tai• 4 min walk
Highlight Gallery• 5 min walk
Partners Gallery• 6 min walk
Mendocino Area Parks...• 6 min walk

Transport

FOB• 19km
Little Lake Rd & Gur...• 25 min walk
Mendocino Model Rail...• 15.8km

Localities

Mendocino• 660m
Sacramento• 215.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Portuguese Beach?

The coastline of Portuguese Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively 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 Portuguese Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Portuguese Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Portuguese 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.

Portuguese Beach is fully protected from waves.

Is the Portuguese 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 Portuguese Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. 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 Portuguese Beach?

Portuguese 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 Portuguese Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Portuguese Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Fog Eater Cafe is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Portuguese Beach?

There are 54 places to stay in the Portuguese Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Portuguese Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Portuguese Beach from parking?

The Portuguese 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 Portuguese Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Portuguese Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Temple of Kwan Tai located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Portuguese Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Portuguese 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.