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Overview
Located in the city of Seaside, Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach is a long and wide beach that is one of the three and the northernmost beach of Monterey State Beach. Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach is backed by bluffs and is an awesome fishing, beachcombing, and beach walking spot.
Amenities
Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach offers many amenities including a lifeguard during summer, restrooms, dunes, and paved bike paths.
Activities
There are many fun activities at Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach including surfing, biking, skating, bodyboarding, beachcombing, and beach walking. Please note that swimming here can be very dangerous because of large-sized waves and strong rip currents. If you are looking for additional activities, you can walk 15 minutes north to Sand City Beach using the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail that runs behind the beach.
Parking
Getting to Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach is very easy – the beach is situated west of the point where Canyon Del Ray Boulevard ends at Sand Dunes Drive and there is a free parking lot at this point. Another way to access Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach is through the point where Sand Dunes Drive and West Bay Street intersects.
Attractions
If you are looking for attractions near Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach, you can drive five minutes to Monterey Bay Aquarium that is home to many incredible sea creatures including jellyfish, great white sharks, captive killer whales, rockfishes, African penguins, and the Pacific Sea nettles. The historic and first surfing museum in the world Santa Cruz Surfing Museum features photographs, videos, and surfboards related to 100 years of surfing history in Santa Cruz, exhibitions, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse – an awesome vista point to watch the surfing culture and click Instagram-worthy pictures. Another great attraction near Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach is Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a lively and famous seaside promenade featuring street performers, bodybuilders, amusement parks, restaurants, tourist shops, a great skateboard park, and kayak and boat riding facilities.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a five-minute drive of Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach. The seafood restaurant Rocky Point Restaurant offers surf ‘n’ turf, oysters, fish tacos, and margaritas. If you like Italian cuisine, Il Vecchio has a nice bar and features gelato, pizza, pasta, brodetto, polenta, and risotto. Another good restaurant near Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach is Mission Ranch Restaurant that serves American comfort food in a farmhouse with pastoral views that was restored by Clint Eastwood.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach, you can drive 17 minutes to upscale 4-Star oceanfront hotel Hyatt Carmel Highlands, Overlooking Big Sur Coast & Highlands Inn, A Hyatt Residence Club that features a pool, lounge, restaurant, fitness center, and hiking and diving tours. The 4-Star Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa has many amenities including a lounge, spa, sauna, restaurant, and fitness center. La Playa Carmel is a historic stone-fronted hotel that offers 75 beautiful rooms and suites with an ocean view – and has a nice pool and bar. If you are looking for an affordable hotel near Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach, the 2-Star pet-friendly hotel Carmel Resort Inn has two restaurants and a café.
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Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does Monterey State Beach - Seaside 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 Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach have lifeguards?
Yes, this Beach ensures safety with professional lifeguards on duty throughout the day, offering peace of mind for beachgoers.
Is Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach a family-friendly beach?
Yes, this Beach is the perfect family destination, offering clean restrooms, vigilant lifeguards, and a variety of nearby food options, ensuring an enjoyable day for all.
Is Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach good for swimming?
No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach have restrooms?
Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.
Is Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach?
Yes, this Beach has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.
What are the activities at Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach?
Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Hiking.
Does Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.
Is Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach a dog-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.
Is Monterey State Beach - Seaside Beach good for surfing?
No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.
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