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Public Beaches & Parks Beach Venues in California
California has 20 beach venues with public beaches & parks in this directory, near 19 cities — La Jolla, Aptos, Berkeley, Bolinas and 15 more. Venues are grouped by the nearest city below and ranked by local reputation (rating weighted by review count) — each listing shows the style evidence and couples' quotes behind the label, so you know what the property feels like before you book a tour.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near La Jolla, CA
Cuvier Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,359 reviews
Sandy beachfront park featuring surfing & swimming, picnic tables, BBQs & panoramic ocean views.
The Wedding Bowl
4.9 ★★★★★ 129 reviews
Relaxed wedding-venue beach featuring a mix of sand and rocks, plus scenic views and crashing waves.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Aptos, CA
Seascape County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 165 reviews
Kid-friendly park with a playground and ocean views, plus benches, picnic tables and swings.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Berkeley, CA
Berkeley Waterfront
4.7 ★★★★★ 129 reviews
Place for dog-friendly scenic hikes, picnics and bird-watching, plus a waterfront, a playground and a pier.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Bolinas, CA
Agate Beach County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 251 reviews
Offering nearly 2 miles of shoreline, this beach area has wildflowers & tide pools filled with fish.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Crescent City, CA
Beachfront Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,366 reviews
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Dana Point, CA
Palisades Gazebo Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 133 reviews
Intimate park featuring a gazebo, manicured grounds, a rose garden & elevated views of the sea.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Davenport, CA
Davenport Landing Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 693 reviews
Relaxed beach (off-leash for dog walkers, leashed otherwise) with tide pools and cliffs.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Del Mar, CA
Sea Grove Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,096 reviews
Oceanside park offering lawns for relaxing & picnicking along with beach access.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Eureka, CA
Halvorsen Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 320 reviews
Park with picnic tables and a trail, plus occasional concerts.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Mendocino, CA
Cypress Grove
4.8 ★★★★★ 81 reviews
Peaceful park and wedding venue featuring trails and dramatic scenery that kids will enjoy.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Monterey, CA
Monterey Beach Station
4.5 ★★★★★ 401 reviews
Wedding and party venue on the beach, featuring an outdoor patio and friendly staff.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Oakland, CA
Temescal Beach House
4.6 ★★★★★ 117 reviews
Casual event space (formerly a bathhouse) featuring lake views, a patio and a waterfall.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Orick, CA
Redwood Creek Picnic Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 343 reviews
Park and beach with picnic tables and restrooms, right off Highway 101.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Pacifica, CA
Pacifica State Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,112 reviews
Known for being a popular surfing locale, this crescent-shaped beach also offers trails & restrooms.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Roessler Point
4.8 ★★★★★ 398 reviews
Scenic spot featuring hiking trails and a gazebo, with views of the ocean and Catalina Island.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Santa Cruz, CA
Natural Bridges State Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,380 reviews
Compact sandy patch with rock bridges & tidepools, popular for spotting seabirds, whales & seals.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Solana Beach, CA
Fletcher Cove Beach Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,286 reviews
Picturesque park with a viewing deck, grassy area & playground, plus tables & a basketball court.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Tiburon, CA
Paradise Beach Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 528 reviews
Waterside park in a residential neighborhood, offering views, picnic lawns, a fishing pier & beach.
Public Beaches & Parks beach venues near Trinidad, CA
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