About Watsonville

Watsonville town is located in California United States, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!

Nearest beaches in Watsonville

view the highest rated beaches in area

Sunny Cove Beach

Twin Lakes 1.1 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Seacliff Beach

Seacliff 0.3 km
Good
7.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
2.2 Amenities index
Good for Relax

New Brighton Beach

Capitola 1.4 km
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
1.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Rio Del Mar Beach

Rio Del Mar 1.9 km
Good
7.3
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Manresa Beach

La Selva Beach 0.5 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
2.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Corcoran Beach

Live Oak 1.3 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
1 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Watsonville are Seacliff Beach, New Brighton Beach, Rio Del Mar Beach.

Travelers with pets often face difficulties during their holidays, as there is often not enough information about pet-friendly beaches. The absence of special permission signs and the lack of up-to-date information on relevant resources are frequent problems. To solve this need, we are developing a special "Pet Friendly" filter and try to keep the information up to date. According to our records, there are about 5 approved pet-friendly beaches in Watsonville

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Watsonville, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of town are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

Usually, the depth increases very smoothly. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

It's worth noting that 2 beaches in Watsonville have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

Latest reviews on Watsonville's beaches

Sunny Cove Beach
10 Nolan Blaze

The entrance to this stunning beach boasts a remarkable inn that is sure to leave you in awe. If you're curious to learn more about this charming hideaway, I recommend checking out my Wife's blog, Beached Flamingo.

Seacliff Beach
10 Lirah Petersen

This stunning beach has been a lifesaver for my family during the pandemic. With its vast expanse, we always felt secure here because we could easily maintain social distance. Even now, after two years, we continue to frequent this pristine beach several times during the summer. The breathtaking scenery and pristine surroundings make it a perfect destination for sunbathing and relaxation. The only drawback is the parking fee if you want to park closer to the beach. However, there is a trail leading down to the beach, which can be a bit challenging for the elderly due to the elevation. But if you are willing to walk a few minutes, you can park for free in the large parking lot just outside. This is undoubtedly my favorite beach to unwind and soak up some sun.

New Brighton Beach
10 Lila Rendova

The beach is stunning, well-maintained, and conveniently accessible. The premium sites are particularly breathtaking, with stunning views of the beach and the surrounding natural beauty. Additionally, the sites are generously spaced and offer plenty of room to spread out and relax.

Rio Del Mar Beach
10 Lila and children

This is undoubtedly one of my most cherished beaches, but I secretly wish to keep it all to myself. I can only hope that visitors will treat it with the utmost respect and maintain its pristine condition, as it remains the only secluded beach in the charming town of Aptos.

Manresa Beach
6 Sarai Rodriguez

This beach is perfect if all you're looking for is a place to relax. You'll need to bring your own food and activities, but it's great for kids. I'd give it three stars, though, because there's only one bathroom, so you may have to wait up to ten minutes to rinse off.

Corcoran Beach
10 Kaelen Zephyrion.

This shoreline is one of my favorite destinations.

The warmest month during the year in this area is September, with the air temperature rising up to 19.3°C and the water temperature up to 15.7°C. The coldest month is February, with the air temperature dropping down to 13.3°C and the water temperature down to 12.6°C.