About Gilroy

Gilroy locality is located in California United States, and famous for its turquoise water, whose crystal clarity is incredible! This increases the level of beach recreation, since the better the water, the more pleasant it is to be in it! But don't be too cool!

Nearest beaches in Gilroy

view the highest rated beaches in area

Good for Relax

Twin Lakes Beach

Twin Lakes 0.6 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
4.3 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Sunset Beach

Port Watsonvile 1.5 km
Pleasant
6.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Sand bottom
2.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Zmudowski Beach

Springfield Ranch 2.4 km
Pleasant
6.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Sand bottom
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Island Beach

Moss Landing 0.7 km
Pleasant
6.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Sand bottom
2.7 Amenities index

Point Pinos beach

Pacific Grove 2.3 km
Tolerable
5.8
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand & rocks • Crowded in season • Sand & Rocks bottom
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 Gilroy are Santa Cruz Beach, Monterey beach, Cowell 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 9 approved pet-friendly beaches in Gilroy

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 Gilroy, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of locality 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.

3 out of 33 beaches in Gilroy are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

It's worth noting that 4 beaches in Gilroy 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 Gilroy's beaches

Twin Lakes Beach
10 Ethan Davis

This beach, situated just a mile south of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, is a real hidden treasure. It boasts a team of three lifeguards, two of whom are on a Sea-Doo for rescues, and has plenty of excellent waves perfect for boogie boarding. Additionally, there are restrooms available and the beach is located in a peaceful area, making it an ideal spot for families.

Zmudowski Beach
6 Larissa

This beach is not among the most attractive ones in the vicinity. We attempted to bring our RV, but I would advise against it. There are only around 20 parking spaces, and none of them are designated for RVs. There was just one small portable restroom available. The beach was covered in feathers and we came across four dead birds. While there are lovely sand dunes, they are off-limits for playing due to protected species. All in all, it's a decent beach.

Island Beach
10 Nerina Chang

We stumbled upon a lovely beach that welcomes dogs, which was a pleasant surprise! Originally, we were heading to Carmel, but due to the heavy traffic, we decided to take a different route, and we're glad we did! It was scorching hot everywhere else in the South Bay Area, so everyone was flocking to the refreshing beaches. We arrived at this particular beach around 10:30am on a Saturday and found it easy to park for free on the street. As we strolled along the charming boardwalk, we came across a spacious beach area with coarse sand. We had a great time there. We set up some chairs, the kids snacked, we played in the waves, dug holes, and explored the surroundings. Both the dog and the kids were delighted, which made us happy too!

Point Pinos beach
10 Tom Richards

To the north, there is a fantastic rocky spot that provides breathtaking ocean views. It's important to visit during low tide to ensure your feet stay dry as you follow the pipe and make your way across to the green-topped rock formation. It's advisable to park nearby and bring a towel in case the tide rises or the waves become rough. There is a designated bird nesting area which is protected, but in close proximity, you can enjoy unparalleled sights of otters, shore birds, and the crashing waves against the rocks and shore.

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.