8 AM – ½ Hour After Sunset
Marina State Beach
Phone Number
(831) 649-2836
Park Hours
Dogs Allowed?
No
Dogs not allowed beyond day-use parking lot.
Driving Directions to Marina SB
The park is at the end of Reservation Road in Marina, 10 miles north of Monterey.Online reservations are not available for this park.
Upcoming Park Events
No events scheduled at this moment.
DAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
Picnic Areas
Fishing
Interpretive Exhibits
Beach Area
Swimming
Windsurfing/Surfing
Geocaching
Picnic Areas
Fishing
Interpretive Exhibits
Beach Area
Swimming
Windsurfing/Surfing
Geocaching
OTHER FACILITIES & VISITOR INFORMATION
Parking
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms
Drinking Water Available
Wheelchair Accessible
About Marina State Beach
The beach area winds through the Marina Dunes Natural Preserves, and provides for scenic panoramic view of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a federal marine protected area. The beach is known for hang-gliding. Radio-controlled gliders and kites are also popular. The beach is a favorite site for picnics. Water recreation is extremely hazardous due to strong rip currents.
Location-Directions
The park is at the foot of Reservation Road in Marina, 10 miles north of Monterey.
Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing
The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed at this location.
Dogs on leash are allowed at Monterey State Beach (South of the Monterey Beach Resort hotel), Asilomar State Beach, Carmel River State Beach, and Garrapata State Park.
CAMPING
There is NO campground at Marina State Beach.
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