Located in the city of San Simeon, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach is a long, wide, and rocky beach that is a part of the Hearst San Simeon State Park. William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach is situated on the south side of Hearst Castle near San Simeon Pier – an incredible fishing pier. William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach is a family-friendly beach as it is backed by the Coastal Discovery Center that features interactive exhibits and education programs focused on the history and the animals of this area for kids. William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach is a perfect destination for swimming and beach walking as it is protected by San Simeon Point southwest of the beach.