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Carmel River SB
State Beach

/pages/567/images/MonasterySB0509_209.jpgOn Carmel Bay, the mile-long beach features a bird sanctuary in a lagoon (just before the Carmel River empties into the sea) featuring a wide variety of waterfowl and song birds. Monastery Beach, also known as San Jose Creek Beach, is part of the park and is popular with scuba divers. Ocean and swimming and wading are extremely dangerous.
Location - Directions
  • Highway 1 southbound.
  • Right on Rio Road.
  • Left on Santa Lucia.
  • Left on Carmelo.
  • Parking lot is located at the end of Carmelo.
Seasons/Climate Recommended Clothing
The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised.
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Telephone
831-649-2836

For Weddings and Special Events, call 831-624-3407 or e-mail the Special Event Coordinator.

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