What is the water and sand quality of the Salt Creek beach?

The coastline of Salt Creek beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Salt Creek beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Salt Creek beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Salt Creek beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

Is the Salt Creek beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Salt Creek beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Salt Creek beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Salt Creek beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Salt Creek beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Salt Creek beach?

The bar is located right on the Salt Creek beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Young’s Beach Shack is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Salt Creek beach?

There are 192 places to stay in the Salt Creek beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Salt Creek beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6125582&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Hotels</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6610286&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">DP-4 Ritz Pointe Condo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7908149&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ritz Point Condo</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6610532&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">DP-087B - Tommy Bahama Beach Rd II</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7908232&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">DP-093A - Hawaiian Style on Beach Rd</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7908146&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">DP-295 - Big Beautiful Capo Beach House</a></li></ul>

How far is the Salt Creek beach from parking?

The Salt Creek beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Salt Creek beach?

There are 1 attractions near Salt Creek beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Aliso Beach located in 4.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Salt Creek beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Salt Creek beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 16°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Salt Creek beach (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Salt Creek beach (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Salt Creek beach

Three Arch Bay, United States

8.1

#30 out of 385 in California 3

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Three Arch Bay • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Main Beach Playground

8.2km

Park Botanical Lawn North

670m

Hiking Area Chapparosa Trail

1.9km

Hiking Area Dana Point Bluff Top Trail

2.1km

Park Badlands Park

2.2km

Park Salt Corridor Regional Park

2.2km

Park Seaview Trail

2.5km

Park Village Green

2.8km

Hiking Area Laguna Beach Cliff Hike

2.8km

Hiking Area Valido Trail

2.9km

Seafood Restaurant Monarch Bay Beach Club

9.4 - Excellent 70m

Cafe Young’s Beach Shack

9.2 - Excellent 80m

Restaurant LUA Asian Fusion Eatery

9.4 - Excellent 320m

Italian Restaurant Stella's

9 - Excellent 320m

Bar Ichibiri Japanese Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 330m

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.6 - Excellent 370m

Steak House Bourbon Steak Orange County

9.4 - Excellent 810m

Restaurant Project Social

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant AhbA

9.2 - Excellent 2.5km

Liquor Store Larry's Liquor & Jr. Market

8km

Grocery Store Whole Foods Market

8.5km

Grocery Store Pavilions

9.3km

Museum Ocean Institute

2km

Tourist Attraction Aliso Beach

9.4 - Excellent 3.5km

Museum Mission San Juan Capistrano, Landmark, Chapel, Museum and Gardens

6.2km

Church Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Laguna Niguel Lake

9.2 - Excellent 7.8km

Tourist Attraction Yosemite Park

9.2 - Excellent 8km

Tourist Attraction Vladimir Kush - Kush Fine Art Laguna Beach

9.4 - Excellent 8.3km

Tourist Attraction Alta Laguna Park

9.6 - Exceptional 8.5km

Tourist Attraction Laguna Art Museum

9 - Excellent 8.7km

Historical Landmark Pirate Tower

5.3km

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About

Salt Creek beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 30th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 660.3 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Three Arch Bay settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

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+23 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Three Arch Bay • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Main Beach Playground

8.2km

Park Botanical Lawn North

670m

Hiking Area Chapparosa Trail

1.9km

Hiking Area Dana Point Bluff Top Trail

2.1km

Park Badlands Park

2.2km

Park Salt Corridor Regional Park

2.2km

Park Seaview Trail

2.5km

Park Village Green

2.8km

Hiking Area Laguna Beach Cliff Hike

2.8km

Hiking Area Valido Trail

2.9km

Seafood Restaurant Monarch Bay Beach Club

9.4 - Excellent 70m

Cafe Young’s Beach Shack

9.2 - Excellent 80m

Restaurant LUA Asian Fusion Eatery

9.4 - Excellent 320m

Italian Restaurant Stella's

9 - Excellent 320m

Bar Ichibiri Japanese Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 330m

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.6 - Excellent 370m

Steak House Bourbon Steak Orange County

9.4 - Excellent 810m

Restaurant Project Social

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant AhbA

9.2 - Excellent 2.5km

Liquor Store Larry's Liquor & Jr. Market

8km

Grocery Store Whole Foods Market

8.5km

Grocery Store Pavilions

9.3km

Museum Ocean Institute

2km

Tourist Attraction Aliso Beach

9.4 - Excellent 3.5km

Museum Mission San Juan Capistrano, Landmark, Chapel, Museum and Gardens

6.2km

Church Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Laguna Niguel Lake

9.2 - Excellent 7.8km

Tourist Attraction Yosemite Park

9.2 - Excellent 8km

Tourist Attraction Vladimir Kush - Kush Fine Art Laguna Beach

9.4 - Excellent 8.3km

Tourist Attraction Alta Laguna Park

9.6 - Exceptional 8.5km

Tourist Attraction Laguna Art Museum

9 - Excellent 8.7km

Historical Landmark Pirate Tower

5.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.5km from the beach

8.3 Very good

DP-4 Ritz Pointe Condo

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Three Arch Bay • 1.8km from center

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.1 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Three Arch Bay • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 660.3km

Transport

Airport

JNP • 20.1km

Bus Station

Albertson's Market / Westley • 5km

Train Station

Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo • 9.5km

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8.1 Very good

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Sara Laine

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This is, without a doubt, my preferred beach in Orange County. Although the entrance can be a bit tricky to locate, it's conveniently situated across from Starbucks, and if you happen to pass the lighthouse, you've gone too far. Parking is available for a nominal fee of $1 per hour, but I've rarely seen any parking enforcement in the area. Be cautious as you park on the hilltop and make your way down to the beach. A lovely hill park on the right side is perfect for picnics, and there's even a basketball court. As you make your way down, you'll come across restrooms and a bar that's presently under construction. The beach itself is stunning, but the water can be frigid, as is typical for Southern California. The hill's breathtaking views attract wedding photographers. On weekends, a trolley is available for $1 to transport you back up the hill to your car, so you don't have to worry about the uphill climb. I hope this information is useful to you. @ninjaxfang

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Isadora "Sunny"

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Dana Point boasts a stunning beach with a picturesque park-like atmosphere. The hill leading to the beach is covered in lush, expansive grass and the sand is a beautiful golden color. The waves are perfect for surfing or just lounging in the sun. The views are breathtaking and the bathroom facilities are kept clean. Although the snack shack is currently closed for remodeling, there are plenty of amenities available, including half court basketball, paved walking/running trails, and a covered pavilion with grills. Just keep in mind that there is a $1 hourly parking fee.

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Kismawe

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I absolutely adore this beach with its stunning golden sand.

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Jaxon Jansen

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

One of my top picks for beaches, this spot boasts golden sand that adds to the allure.

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Zara Frye

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I had a great time at this beach. The golden sand was a nice touch and added to the overall beauty of the place. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing day by the water.