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Drakes Beach

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There are 3 places to stay in the Drakes Beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5710717&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2693891&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Quails Nest Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5995320&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!</a></li></ul>

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7.3

/ 10 Good

#211 out of 385
in California

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About

Drakes Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 211th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 142.3 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Seahaven settlement, just 12.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

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

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Drake beach, which has a rating of 7.9.

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Historical

+18 ^oC +11 ^oC

Air temperature

8.3 M/S

Wind

+12 ^oC

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Seahaven, California,

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Drakes Beach (California) is located outside the Seahaven 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 Drakes 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

"I absolutely adored this place - it was such a delightful spot to catch a glimpse of the elephant seals. The adorable little pups on the shore were simply irresistible. Being able to observe them up close was truly remarkable, as you could even see their captivating eyes seemingly gazing right at you. It's fascinating to learn from the park ranger that these creatures were o..."

Sara Lomax

"In January 2023, the beach is currently occupied by elephant seals who are in the process of weaning their young. Although you may not be able to physically reach the beach, you can still catch a glimpse of them from the parking lot."

Zara Lee

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Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park

11.7km from the beach

Exceptional

Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park

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Located at nearest locality

Seahaven

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2km from center

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Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!

14.8km from the beach

8.6

Excellent

Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!

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Seahaven

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7.7km from center

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15km from the beach

9.5

Exceptional

The Quails Nest Cottage

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Located at nearest locality

Seahaven

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6.8km from center

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
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- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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7.9

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

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Limantour Beach

7.6

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

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Santa Maria Beach

7.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax

Inverness Park 6 km

Five Brooks, United States

Wildcat Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax

Five Brooks 5 km

Bolinas, United States

Stinson Beach II

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue water, Sand bottom

Bolinas 0.7 km

Stinson Beach, United States

Stinson Beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Stinson Beach 0.6 km

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Doran Beach

7.6

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

Bodega Bay 2.3 km

Muir Beach, United States

Muir Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Muir Beach 0.6 km

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

NOT• 37.8km
Inverness Store• 12.3km
Novato• 35.9km

Localities

Seahaven• 12.2km
Sacramento• 142.3km

Travelers reviews

7.3/10 Good

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

The coastline of Drakes 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Drakes Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Drakes 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 Drakes 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 Drakes 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 Drakes Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Drakes 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 Drakes Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Drakes 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 Drakes Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Drakes Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Drakes Beach?

There are 3 places to stay in the Drakes Beach area.

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How far is the Drakes Beach from parking?

The Drakes 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.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Drakes Beach is September. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 12°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Drakes 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.Drakes 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.