What is the water and sand quality of the Granite Point Beach?

The beachline of Granite Point Beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Granite Point Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Granite Point Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Granite Point Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.Granite Point Beach is fully protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Granite Point Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Granite Point Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Granite Point Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature </li><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Granite Point Beach?

Granite Point Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Hiking adventurers</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Granite Point Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sunset Lounge is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Granite Point Beach?

There are 233 places to stay in the Granite Point Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Granite Point Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=511183&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Wave Street Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=458645&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Quality Inn Monterey Hotel Monterey</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=29749&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Monterey fairgrounds inn</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9698796&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">3743 Pelican Peaks</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9698768&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">3118 Yellow House Main</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8061200&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pebble Beach Timeless Contemporary 4 Bed 5Bath 30 Night Minimum</a></li></ul>

How far is the Granite Point Beach from parking?

The Granite Point Beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Granite Point Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Granite Point Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Carmelite Monastery located in 1.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Granite Point Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Granite Point Beach is September. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 13°C and water 13°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Granite Point Beach

Carmel Highlands, United States

6.7

#348 out of 385 in California 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Gray pebble Deserted Pebbles bottom Fully waves protected

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Located outside the settlement

Carmel Meadows • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Dennis The Menace Playground

9.6km

Park Moss Cove Beach

180m

Park Whalers Cove

350m

Hiking Area Point Lobos Trail Viewpoint

460m

Hiking Area Blue Fish Cove Scenic View

550m

Hiking Area Cypress Cove Scenic View

700m

Park Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

920m

Hiking Area Lichen Trail

940m

Hiking Area Whaler's Knoll Lookout

1000m

Park Weston Beach Point Lobos

1.2km

Bar Sunset Lounge

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

American Restaurant Pacific's Edge

8.8 - Excellent 2.2km

American Restaurant Mission Ranch Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 2.6km

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.2 - Very good 2.8km

Barbecue Restaurant The Crossroads BBQ

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Coffee Shop Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting-Crossroads

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Bar VIN Wine Bar + Bottle Boutique

10 - Exceptional 2.9km

Seafood Restaurant Sea Harvest Fish Market & Restaurants

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Breadsong

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Grocery Store Safeway

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Carmelite Monastery

9.6 - Exceptional 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Carmel River State Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Church Carmel Mission Basilica Museum

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Golden Bough Playhouse

10 - Exceptional 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Church of the Wayfarer

9.2 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction New Masters Gallery

9.4 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Carmel Heritage Society

9.6 - Exceptional 4km

Tourist Attraction Del Monte Fine Art

4km

Tourist Attraction TITUS GALLERY AND STUDIO

7.6 - Very good 4km

Historical Landmark The Serra Memorial Prayer Garden

2.8km

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About

Granite Point Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 348th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 231.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Carmel Meadows settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

5 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Carmel Meadows • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Dennis The Menace Playground

9.6km

Park Moss Cove Beach

180m

Park Whalers Cove

350m

Hiking Area Point Lobos Trail Viewpoint

460m

Hiking Area Blue Fish Cove Scenic View

550m

Hiking Area Cypress Cove Scenic View

700m

Park Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

920m

Hiking Area Lichen Trail

940m

Hiking Area Whaler's Knoll Lookout

1000m

Park Weston Beach Point Lobos

1.2km

Bar Sunset Lounge

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

American Restaurant Pacific's Edge

8.8 - Excellent 2.2km

American Restaurant Mission Ranch Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 2.6km

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.2 - Very good 2.8km

Barbecue Restaurant The Crossroads BBQ

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Coffee Shop Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting-Crossroads

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Bar VIN Wine Bar + Bottle Boutique

10 - Exceptional 2.9km

Seafood Restaurant Sea Harvest Fish Market & Restaurants

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Breadsong

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Grocery Store Safeway

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Carmelite Monastery

9.6 - Exceptional 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Carmel River State Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Church Carmel Mission Basilica Museum

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Golden Bough Playhouse

10 - Exceptional 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Church of the Wayfarer

9.2 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction New Masters Gallery

9.4 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Carmel Heritage Society

9.6 - Exceptional 4km

Tourist Attraction Del Monte Fine Art

4km

Tourist Attraction TITUS GALLERY AND STUDIO

7.6 - Very good 4km

Historical Landmark The Serra Memorial Prayer Garden

2.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

4.6km from the beach

Pebble Beach Timeless Contemporary 4 Bed 5Bath 30 Night Minimum

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Located at nearest locality

Carmel Meadows • 3.5km from center

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6km from the beach

Palatial All-Suite Pebble Beach Ocean-View Estate Home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Carmel Meadows • 5.3km from center

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9.3km from the beach

Coral Oasis

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Carmel Meadows • 8.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

920m 12 min walk

Monastery Beach

7.6 Very good

1.2km 16 min walk

Weston Beach Point

5.8 Pleasant

1.3km 18 min walk

Hidden Beach

7.2 Good

1.7km 22 min walk

Gibson's Beach

7.2 Good

1.9km 25 min walk

Carmel River Beach

7.8 Very good

3.5km

Carmel Beach

8 Very good

7.4km

Fanshell Beach

7.2 Good

7.6km

Fanshell Beach II

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Carmel Meadows • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 231.9km

Transport

Airport

MRY • 11.1km

Bus Station

Carmel Bus Stop • 3.1km

Train Station

Salinas • 30.5km

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Average Reviews rating

6.7 Good

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Average Reviews rating

6.7 Good

Nora Clones

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

So cool

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Maxwell Granger

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The coastal path offers a splendid stroll with breathtaking vistas of the ocean. The experience is enhanced with the inclusion of some captivating videos along the way.

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Talor Jazari

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach offers an unparalleled beauty that is truly one-of-a-kind. However, it is worth noting that there are no restroom facilities available on site.