Monterey State Beach

The Park is currently OPEN.

Please check the hours of operation.

Contact Number

  • (831) 649-2836

Park Accessibility Information

Park Hours

  • 8 AM – Sunset

Park Activities

No
Dogs are not allowed on the beach or dunes from the Seaside parking lot north. Leashed dogs are allowed  only on the beach from the Roberts parking lot south.
Picnic Areas
Fishing
Beach Area
Swimming
Windsurfing/Surfing
Geocaching

Park Facilities

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Parking
Drinking Water Available
Wheelchair Accessible

Brochures

Park Directions

Get directions through Google Maps

The north access point of Monterey SB, is west of Hwy 1. Take the Hwy 218 (Seaside) exit. Proceed west to parking lot. The south end is accessible west of the intersection of Figueroa St & Del Monte Av.

About Monterey State Beach

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State beaches are areas with frontage on the ocean, or bays designed to provide swimming, boating, fishing, and other beach-oriented recreational activities. Monterey State Beach is a favorite place for surfers and tidepool watchers. Fishing is popular, too. The cities of Monterey and Seaside share the park, which has three separate beaches approximately a mile apart.

The underwater area of the park is a part of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and attracts hundreds of scuba divers. Visitors also enjoy kayaking, kite-flying and volleyball. The flat beach is an excellent place for walking or jogging.

There is NO CAMPGROUND at this State Beach.

 

Be "In The Know" about Bonfires

Notice to Visitors:

Effective September 16, 2014, beach fires (bonfires) on California State beaches are no longer allowed within the Monterey District. State Park officials will begin issuing warnings immediately to first-time offenders. All illegal fires will immediately be put out and repeat offenders will be issued citations.

Additional Visitor Information can be found at: City of Monterey, CA

DOGS

Dogs are allowed on leash at:
Monterey State Beach, South of the Monterey Tides Hotel.

Dogs are NOT allowed at:
Monterey State Beach, North of the Monterey Tides Hotel.

Please be aware of:

  • Families with small children
  • Visitors with their own pets on leash
  • Early spring Western snowy plover seasonal resting areas

Thank you for keeping your dog on leash at all times!

 

Marine Protected Area Coloring Book - Area Marina Protegida - Libro Para Colorear

Embark on a journey of discovery about Marine protection in a fun and easy way!!

MPAMarine Protected Areas Coloring Book - Area Marina Protegida -  Libro Para Colorear - helps students of all ages learn about the rich diversity of plant and animal life found in California's Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). The book includes three new 3D augmented reality coloring pages that will allow students to interact with their colorings using a smartphone or tablet while learning about marine life and California's marine protected areas. 

Download the new marine protected area (MPA) coloring book along with the California Coastal Explorer Guide at: https://www.mpacollaborative.org/kids/

 

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