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Gamboa Point Beach

Gamboa Point Beach(China Basin Beach)

United States, California, Lucia 

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Located to the north of Gamboa Point, Gamboa Point Beach - also known as China Basin Beach - is a picturesque beach along the Big Sur coastline that is surrounded by private property and inaccessible to the general public. The beach is situated below steep coastal bluffs and has light brown sand and some rock formations. There are palm trees and a grassy park adjacent to the beach.

If you get hungry, there are few great restaurants near Gamboa Point Beach. Lucia Lodge Restaurant offers a pleasant oceanfront dining experience. In addition, the restaurant also serves great seafood and sandwiches. If you are looking for an upscale restaurant near Gamboa Point Beach, Wild Coast Restaurant & The Sushi Bar is an upscale restaurant that is 23 minutes away by car and offers a pleasant oceanfront dining experience and serves delicious sushi along with other delectable seafood dishes and burgers. If you are looking for a good and affordable restaurant near Gamboa Point Beach, the modestly priced Whale Watcher’s Cafe is a 20-minute drive away. In addition, the restaurant features an exquisite marine-themed dining area and serves excellent seafood dishes

If you are looking for a hotel or campground to stay near Gamboa Point Beach, you’ll find only modestly priced options nearby. The modestly priced 2-Star Lucia Lodge offers many amenities including a restaurant, a deck, a patio, complimentary breakfast, and a seasonal convenience store with a gift shop. The Kirk Creek Campground offers a memorable oceanfront camping experience within the rugged wilderness of the coastal Big Sur area. The campground accommodates tents and RVs. However, it does not have any amenities except restrooms, picnic tables, and a store selling firewood and drinking water. If you are planning to camp at Kirk Creek Campground, we recommend reserving a campsite well in advance by contacting the campground officials via phone at 1-877-444-6777. If you are looking for another good and affordable option near Gamboa Point Beach, the modestly priced Plaskett Creek Campground offers many amenities including toilets, a picnic area, and drinking water (the campground does not have showers). In addition, it accommodates both RVs and tents and offers a memorable experience of the wilderness of the Big Sur region. If you are looking for an upscale hotel near Gamboa Point Beach, the 5-Star Ventana Big Sur is 30 minutes away by car and offers many amenities including a restaurant, a clothing-optional pool, a sauna, a fitness center, a spa, complimentary breakfast, wine-and-cheese receptions, yoga and tai-chi classes, and arrangements for guided tours in the Big Sur region. A moderately-priced hotel near Gamboa Point Beach is the 3-Star Gorda Springs Resort that is 25 minutes away and offers many amenities including two restaurants, an espresso bar, and a general store.

There are many attractions near Gamboa Point Beach. The New Camaldoli Hermitage has lush public gardens with a great view of the Pacific Ocean, and it also has a bookstore. Henry Miller Memorial Library is dedicated to the memory of the renowned author Henry Miller and also serves as a gallery and performance space, hosting many exciting events throughout the year (particularly between May and October) including film screenings, live music performances, the Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series, and the Esalen Gazebo School Benefit. If you are looking for another attraction near Gamboa Point Beach, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park offers some interesting insights into the biodiversity and the rich history of the Big Sur region - it is home to towering 300 feet tall redwoods, some of which are around 2,500 years old. The park also has an 80-feet high waterfall and a house built in the 1940s by the famous politician and socialite Lathrop Brown and offers many fun activities including scuba diving, bird watching, and camping.

While the trail to Gamboa Point Beach is easily accessible from the Pacific Coast Highway, it is inaccessible to the general public as its entrance is gated off and "No Trespassing" signs near the entrance forbid anyone from entering the area from private property. If you want to have a look at the beach, we suggest driving around two miles south of Big Creek Bridge along the Pacific Coast Highway, where there is an overlook (with a free parking lot) above Gamboa Point that offers an Instagram-worthy view of Gamboa Point Beach. If you are looking for a beach with unrestricted access, we suggest heading to the nearby Limekiln State Park which has a beach that is open for day-use recreational visits.

There are many attractions near Gamboa Point Beach. The New Camaldoli Hermitage has lush public gardens with a great view of the Pacific Ocean, and it also has a bookstore. Henry Miller Memorial Library is dedicated to the memory of the renowned author Henry Miller and also serves as a gallery and performance space, hosting many exciting events throughout the year (particularly between May and October) including film screenings, live music performances, the Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series, and the Esalen Gazebo School Benefit. If you are looking for another attraction near Gamboa Point Beach, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park offers some interesting insights into the biodiversity and the rich history of the Big Sur region - it is home to towering 300 feet tall redwoods, some of which are around 2,500 years old. The park also has an 80-feet high waterfall and a house built in the 1940s by the famous politician and socialite Lathrop Brown and offers many fun activities including scuba diving, bird watching, and camping.

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    Does Gamboa Point Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Gamboa Point Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Gamboa Point Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Gamboa Point Beach good for swimming?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.

    Does Gamboa Point Beach have restrooms?

    No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is Gamboa Point Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Gamboa Point Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Gamboa Point Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is a good place to Hiking

    Does Gamboa Point Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Gamboa Point Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Gamboa Point Beach good for surfing?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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