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Mavericks Beach
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About
Mavericks Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 269th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 149.2 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Princeton-by-the-Sea settlement, just 1.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear 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 not crowded place during the season.
Mavericks 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. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Dunes Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Mavericks Beach (California) is located outside the Princeton-by-the-Sea 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 Mavericks 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
"If you venture a little further past the jetty, you'll have the chance to witness some awesome seal watching. The area is absolutely stunning, and it's quite popular among dog owners. Most people keep their dogs on a leash without any issues, although we did witness a few instances where dogs were off-leash, resulting in some conflicts and angry owners."
Gavin Drake
"The beach is welcoming to dogs and offers an intriguing tide pool ecosystem to explore. Families with children can be seen playing in the sand and individuals can be found collecting clams. Taking advantage of the low tide, we ventured to the other side known as Ross' Cove, making our trip quite thrilling."
Chen Li
User reviews
"If you venture a little further past the jetty, you'll have the chance to witness some awesome seal watching. The area is absolutely stunning, and it's quite popular among dog owners. Most people keep their dogs on a leash without any issues, although we did witness a few instances where dogs were off-leash, resulting in some conflicts and angry owners."
Gavin Drake
"The beach is welcoming to dogs and offers an intriguing tide pool ecosystem to explore. Families with children can be seen playing in the sand and individuals can be found collecting clams. Taking advantage of the low tide, we ventured to the other side known as Ross' Cove, making our trip quite thrilling."
Chen Li
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What to do in Mavericks Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Mavericks 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.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Mavericks Beach?
The coastline of Mavericks 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 a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Mavericks Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Mavericks Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Mavericks Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Mavericks Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Mavericks Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Mavericks Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Mavericks 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 Mavericks Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Mavericks Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Mavericks Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Mavericks Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Mavericks Beach?
There are 71 places to stay in the Mavericks Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Mavericks Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Mavericks Beach from parking?
The Mavericks Beach has no parking spot.
Are there any attractions nearby Mavericks Beach?
There are 2 attractions near Mavericks Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Riptide Charters located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Mavericks Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Mavericks Beach is September. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 14°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Mavericks 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.Mavericks 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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