Water Canyon Beach

Good for Relax

6.9

/ 10 Good

#309 out of 385
in California

About

Water Canyon Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 309th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 525.6 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Isla Vista settlement, just 49.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Water Canyon 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.

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Historical

+25 ^oC +15 ^oC

Air temperature

6.7 M/S

Wind

+16 ^oC

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Isla Vista, California,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

0/10

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Water Canyon Beach (California) region (Santa Rosa Island sub-region) is located outside the Isla Vista 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 coast of the Santa Rosa island 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 Water Canyon 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 place with crystal-clear blue waters and soft, golden sands, making it the perfect spot for a serene and relaxing getaway with your loved ones."

Rosamaria

"I managed to swim at this beach during my lunch break all the way from LA. The beach has a beautiful golden sand that adds to its beauty."

Jace Powley

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"This place with crystal-clear blue waters and soft, golden sands, making it the perfect spot for a serene and relaxing getaway with your loved ones."

Rosamaria

"I managed to swim at this beach during my lunch break all the way from LA. The beach has a beautiful golden sand that adds to its beauty."

Jace Powley

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Transport

SZN• 13.7km
Hollister & Turnpike• 54.3km
Goleta• 52.5km

Localities

Isla Vista• 49.4km
Sacramento• 525.6km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Water Canyon Beach?

The coastline of Water Canyon 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 Water Canyon Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Water Canyon 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 Water Canyon 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.

Water Canyon Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Water Canyon 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 Water Canyon Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Water Canyon Beach?

Water Canyon Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Water Canyon Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Water Canyon Beach.

How far is the Water Canyon Beach from parking?

The Water Canyon Beach has no parking spot.

What is the best time of the year to visit Water Canyon Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Water Canyon Beach is September. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 17°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Water Canyon 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.Water Canyon 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.