What is the water and sand quality of the Rio Del Mar Beach?

The coastline of Rio Del Mar Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Rio Del Mar Beach?

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

Is the Rio Del Mar 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.The waves in the Rio Del Mar Beach are usually strong.So the overall recommendation of the Rio Del Mar Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Rio Del Mar 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Rio Del Mar 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 Rio Del Mar Beach?

Rio Del Mar Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Rio Del Mar Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Rio Del Mar Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Rio Del Mar Beach?

There are 99 places to stay in the Rio Del Mar Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Rio Del Mar Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2972864&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Capitola Beach Suites</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=521021&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Best Western Seacliff Inn</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1527157&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Romantic Getaway to Seascape Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2426464&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Vista</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8555114&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">New Listing! Adorable Beach Cottage With Patio Cottage</a></li></ul>

How far is the Rio Del Mar Beach from parking?

The Rio Del Mar 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Rio Del Mar Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Rio Del Mar Beach is September. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 14°C and water 13°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Rio Del Mar 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.Rio Del Mar 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.

Photo of Rio Del Mar Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Rio Del Mar Beach with turquoise water surface

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Photo of Rio Del Mar Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Rio Del Mar Beach

Rio Del Mar, United States

7.3

#211 out of 385 in California 2

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

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Located within the settlement

Rio Del Mar • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Playground LEO’s Haven Accessible Playground

8.4km

Park Seacliff Village County Park

2.9km

Park Las Olas Beach

3.5km

Park New Brighton State Beach

4.6km

Park New Brighton State Park

5km

Hiking Area Vienna Woods Trailhead

5km

Park Willowbrook County Park in Honor of Sergeant Damon Gutzwiller

5.1km

Hiking Area Grand Ave walking trail

5.4km

Park Esplanade Park

5.6km

Park Jade Street Park

6.4km

Mexican Restaurant Manuel's Mexican Restaurant

9 - Excellent 2.7km

Seafood Restaurant Zelda's Coffee Bar

8.4 - Very good 5.8km

Mexican Restaurant Margaritaville

8.6 - Excellent 5.9km

American Restaurant Shadowbrook Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 6.2km

Bar Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House

9.4 - Excellent 6.6km

Coffee Shop Verve Coffee Roasters

9.2 - Excellent 6.7km

Bar New Bohemia Brewing Co.

9 - Excellent 6.8km

American Restaurant HOME

9.4 - Excellent 6.8km

Cafe WFM Coffee Bar

7.6 - Very good 6.9km

Ice Cream Shop Marianne’s Ice Cream

9.6 - Exceptional 2.8km

Grocery Store Safeway

2.9km

Bakery The Farm Bakery Cafe & Gifts

8.6 - Excellent 4.4km

Bakery Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria

9.2 - Excellent 6.1km

Grocery Store New Leaf Community Markets - Capitola

6.7km

Grocery Store Whole Foods Market

6.9km

Grocery Store Safeway

7.3km

Grocery Store Target Grocery

7.3km

Grocery Store Trader Joe's

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Seacliff State Beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Twin Lakes County Park

9 - Excellent 9.6km

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About

Rio Del Mar Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 211th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 183.5 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Rio Del Mar settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Rio Del Mar • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Playground LEO’s Haven Accessible Playground

8.4km

Park Seacliff Village County Park

2.9km

Park Las Olas Beach

3.5km

Park New Brighton State Beach

4.6km

Park New Brighton State Park

5km

Hiking Area Vienna Woods Trailhead

5km

Park Willowbrook County Park in Honor of Sergeant Damon Gutzwiller

5.1km

Hiking Area Grand Ave walking trail

5.4km

Park Esplanade Park

5.6km

Park Jade Street Park

6.4km

Mexican Restaurant Manuel's Mexican Restaurant

9 - Excellent 2.7km

Seafood Restaurant Zelda's Coffee Bar

8.4 - Very good 5.8km

Mexican Restaurant Margaritaville

8.6 - Excellent 5.9km

American Restaurant Shadowbrook Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 6.2km

Bar Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House

9.4 - Excellent 6.6km

Coffee Shop Verve Coffee Roasters

9.2 - Excellent 6.7km

Bar New Bohemia Brewing Co.

9 - Excellent 6.8km

American Restaurant HOME

9.4 - Excellent 6.8km

Cafe WFM Coffee Bar

7.6 - Very good 6.9km

Ice Cream Shop Marianne’s Ice Cream

9.6 - Exceptional 2.8km

Grocery Store Safeway

2.9km

Bakery The Farm Bakery Cafe & Gifts

8.6 - Excellent 4.4km

Bakery Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria

9.2 - Excellent 6.1km

Grocery Store New Leaf Community Markets - Capitola

6.7km

Grocery Store Whole Foods Market

6.9km

Grocery Store Safeway

7.3km

Grocery Store Target Grocery

7.3km

Grocery Store Trader Joe's

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Seacliff State Beach

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Twin Lakes County Park

9 - Excellent 9.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

7.8km from the beach

Villa Vista

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Rio Del Mar • 6.6km from center

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9.8km from the beach

9 Excellent

Seaview Bungalow

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Rio Del Mar • 8.4km from center

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11.3km from the beach

Tentrr Signature Site - Avocado Grove C

Tent

Located at nearest locality

Rio Del Mar • 9.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1km 14 min walk

Connected beach

Rio Del Mar Beach II

7.1 Good

2.7km

Seacliff Beach

7.6 Very good

3.7km

Manresa Beach

7.3 Good

4.9km

New Brighton Beach

7.4 Good

7.9km

Moran Lake Beach

7.2 Good

8.5km

Corcoran Beach

7.2 Good

8.9km

Sunny Cove Beach

7.9 Very good

9.6km

Twin Lakes Beach

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Rio Del Mar • 1.9km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 183.5km

Transport

Airport

WVI • 9.2km

Bus Station

Sumner & Seabreeze/Clubhouse • 650m

Train Station

Roaring Camp, Big Trees and Pacific Railroad Station • 17.9km

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7.3 Good

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Lena Harper-Jones

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This is undoubtedly one of my most cherished beaches, but I secretly wish to keep it all to myself. I can only hope that visitors will treat it with the utmost respect and maintain its pristine condition, as it remains the only secluded beach in the charming town of Aptos.

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Jenna Reynolds

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is absolutely fantastic and boasts a pristine, unspoiled environment. However, finding a spot to park your vehicle can be a bit of a challenge.

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Landon Avery

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I had trouble locating the parking area, so I decided to take a leisurely stroll down the beach from Seacliff. As I made my way down, I couldn't help but appreciate the stunning beauty of the deep sand. It was the kind of sand that you could walk in for hours and not feel as though you were making any progress. While exploring the area, I came across a pump station that appeared to be a potential restroom option. However, upon closer inspection, it was clear that it was not suitable for use. Therefore, I recommend drinking less coffee before embarking on your beach adventure.

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Larissa Monroe

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The scenic vistas are simply breathtaking! One can't help but gaze in wonder while basking in the sunset's warm glow. As the evening sets in, the temperature drops a bit, but it's still a delightful experience to unwind on the beach. The area is well-maintained, with ample bins to dispose of any waste. The beachgoers are considerate and courteous, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. Additionally, it's a dog-friendly beach, so you can bring your furry friend along for a fun-filled day in the sun!

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Rafael Martinez

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach located in the SF bay area is undoubtedly one of my top picks. Although it may not be the most convenient to access due to the limited parking spots (which are not free), the serene atmosphere and lack of crowds make it well worth the effort. Additionally, visitors can take advantage of the free showers and restrooms provided for their convenience.