Seaside Beach offers many fun activities including swimming, beachcombing, wildlife watching, fishing, sunbathing, swimming, surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, boogie boarding, bodysurfing, kayaking, canoeing, boating, and jet skiing. If you are planning to go into the water near Seaside Beach, we recommend being careful as it is extremely cold and is known to have dangerous waves and strong currents. The water near the beach is home to many animals including seals, sea lions, and migrating whales (between December and April). Another popular activity near Seaside Beach is fishing - depending on the time of the year, you can catch a large array of fish in the water near this beach including cabezon, greenling, and steelhead trout. However, if you are planning to fish in the water near Seaside Beach, we recommend complying with the local fishing regulations. Seaside Beach is also popular among pet lovers as it is one of the few beaches in Mendocino County that allows pets off-leash. There is a rock formation near the back of the beach which can be climbed and provides a wonderful vantage point with Instagram-worthy views of Seaside Beach and the surrounding Mendocino County coastline. Another rock formation present along the beach’s shoreline is the Whale Rock which is situated near the southern part of the beach and is popular among photographers.
Seaside Beach is a popular public beach, so depending on the season and time of day, there may be a wait time for parking or for access to certain areas of the beach. It's advisable to plan your visit accordingly, especially during peak times.