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Red Rock Beach
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About
Red Rock Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 211th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 125.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Stinson Beach settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, 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, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Red Rock 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.
To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail about 500m long. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Stinson Beach, which has a rating of 8.
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Beach overall scores
Red Rock Beach (California) is located outside the Stinson Beach 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, 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
"The beach is absolutely stunning. It's a place that everyone would love to visit."
Soren Lee
"The beach is absolutely stunning, with incredible wildlife and certain sections where people can traditionally choose to go clothing-optional towards the east.
The starfish and anemones are truly impressive, especially for children who absolutely adore them.
The beach is consistently well-maintained and remains immaculate. Although the water may be chilly, it is undeni..."
Grant
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely stunning. It's a place that everyone would love to visit."
Soren Lee
"The beach is absolutely stunning, with incredible wildlife and certain sections where people can traditionally choose to go clothing-optional towards the east.
The starfish and anemones are truly impressive, especially for children who absolutely adore them.
The beach is consistently well-maintained and remains immaculate. Although the water may be chilly, it is undeni..."
Grant
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11.9km from center
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19.3km from center
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17.9km
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19.5km from center
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Beach surroundings
Transport
- JMC• 10.6km
- Sir Francis Drake Bl...• 11.4km
- BNSF Railway Co• 22.6km
Localities
- Stinson Beach• 1.6km
- Sacramento• 125.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Red Rock Beach?
The coastline of Red Rock Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. 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 Red Rock Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Red Rock 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 Red Rock Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Red Rock 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 Red Rock Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Red Rock 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 Red Rock Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Red Rock 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
What are the key audiences of Red Rock Beach?
Red Rock Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Red Rock Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Red Rock Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Red Rock Beach?
There are 36 places to stay in the Red Rock Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Red Rock Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Red Rock Beach from parking?
The Red Rock 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 long descent.
What is the best time of the year to visit Red Rock Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Red Rock 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?
Red Rock 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.Red Rock 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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