What is the water and sand quality of the Carpinteria Beach?

The coastline of Carpinteria Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Carpinteria Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Carpinteria Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Carpinteria Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Carpinteria 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.The waves in the Carpinteria Beach are usually strong.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Carpinteria Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Carpinteria Beach good for families?

Yes, the Carpinteria Beach is good place for families with children. 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 Carpinteria 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.

What are the key audiences of Carpinteria Beach?

Carpinteria Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers </li><li>Families with children </li><li>Senior people </li><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Carpinteria Beach?

The bar is located right on the Carpinteria Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Carpinteria Beach?

There are 66 places to stay in the Carpinteria Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Carpinteria Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8490244&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sunset Shores Unit 139</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2257357&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sugar Shack</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8968349&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Coastal Rooftop Retreat</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8554719&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Summerland Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8551977&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern Mountain-View Condo, 1 Block to Beach! condo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9224989&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Remodeled Coastal Escape - Walk to Beach & Dining apts</a></li></ul>

How far is the Carpinteria Beach from parking?

The Carpinteria Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Carpinteria Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Carpinteria Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary located in 2.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Carpinteria Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Carpinteria Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 16°C and water 14°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Carpinteria Beach (California) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

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Carpinteria Beach

Sandyland Cove, United States

7.8

#91 out of 385 in California 4

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

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Located within the settlement

Sandyland Cove • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Park Tar Pits Park

240m

Park Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve

1.1km

Farm Canzelle Alpacas

2.9km

Park Rincon Beach County Park

3.1km

Park Rincon Point Beach

4km

Park Lookout Park

7.2km

Hiking Area Ennisbrook Open Space

9.1km

Park Miramar Beach

9.5km

American Restaurant Cliff House Inn and Shoals Restaurant

9 - Excellent 7.6km

Bar Miramar Beach Bar

9.4 - Excellent 9.4km

Restaurant Caruso's

9.2 - Excellent 9.4km

Tourist Attraction Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

810m

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About

Carpinteria Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 91th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 496.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Sandyland Cove settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

5.5 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Sandyland Cove • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Park Tar Pits Park

240m

Park Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve

1.1km

Farm Canzelle Alpacas

2.9km

Park Rincon Beach County Park

3.1km

Park Rincon Point Beach

4km

Park Lookout Park

7.2km

Hiking Area Ennisbrook Open Space

9.1km

Park Miramar Beach

9.5km

American Restaurant Cliff House Inn and Shoals Restaurant

9 - Excellent 7.6km

Bar Miramar Beach Bar

9.4 - Excellent 9.4km

Restaurant Caruso's

9.2 - Excellent 9.4km

Tourist Attraction Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

810m

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

200m from the beach

9 Excellent

Sunset Shores Unit 139

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Sandyland Cove • 630m from center

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220m from the beach

Modern Mountain-View Condo, 1 Block to Beach! condo

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sandyland Cove • 440m from center

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300m from the beach

7 Good

Sugar Shack

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Sandyland Cove • 690m from center

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600m from the beach

Remodeled Coastal Escape - Walk to Beach & Dining apts

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sandyland Cove • 570m from center

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Victorian Carpinteria Apartment Less Than 1 Mi to Beach!

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.9km

Santa Claus Beach

7.4 Good

4.5km

Rincon Beach

7.3 Good

5.7km

Loon Point Beach

7.4 Good

7.5km

Summerland beach

7.1 Good

7.8km

La Conchita Beach

6.8 Good

9.8km

Miramar Beach

7.2 Good

10.2km

Pier Shoals Beach

6.7 Good

11.2km

Butterfly Beach

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

Sandyland Cove • 520m

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 496.9km

Transport

Airport

SBA • 29.1km

Bus Station

Airbus Stop - Carpinteria, CA • 1.3km

Train Station

Ventura - Downtown / Beach Amtrak Station • 24.6km

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7.8 Very good

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7.8 Very good

Hazel Quinlan

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is a fantastic spot to relax and enjoy the company of your furry friend. As you approach the end of the beach, it's the perfect place to let your pup off the leash for a bit of freedom. I've never encountered any issues with authorities or patrols, and there are plenty of other dogs enjoying the off-leash experience as well.

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Ricardo Sanchez.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Summerland's beach has always been one of my top picks. The vast expanse of sandy shore and the breathtaking sunsets never fail to amaze me.

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Aiden Marquez.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

What a delightful discovery! Our intention was to witness the sunset, and we were fortunate to stumble upon this peaceful location. The absence of crowds made it all the more serene, and the early evening was simply stunning. To our amazement, we were able to witness both the sunset and moonrise simultaneously, a rare occurrence indeed. Notably, this beach is conveniently located near downtown Carpinteria. We enjoyed the experience so much that we returned the following day, at the same time, and indulged in a delightful picnic.

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Lirin Kya

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

The abundance of rocks proved to be a hindrance to our beach experience. The boat launch area, which we intended to use for kayaking, was fraught with danger as the water was peppered with large, sharp rocks. Even on the shoreline, digging just a few inches down revealed a dark, ashy soil littered with fist-sized rocks. The presence of these rocks certainly detracted from what was once a wonderful expanse of beach.

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Sara K.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

The beach was easily accessible and there were no issues with it. However, in comparison to other beaches, the sand area was not particularly large. As a result, it was quite crowded on the day we visited. Despite this, it was still an enjoyable experience and we rented boogie boards from a friendly lady who had a small shop on the beach. One thing to note is that there was a significant amount of kelp in the water, more than I have ever seen before. We saw some girls struggling to remove a large amount of it from the water. Nevertheless, the kids had a fantastic time.