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

The coastline of Kirby Beach is covered with brown sand. It's relatively 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 Kirby Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Kirby Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Kirby Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.Kirby Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Kirby 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 gentle.

Is the Kirby Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing 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 Kirby Beach?

Kirby Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets </li><li>Hiking adventurers</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Kirby Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Warming Hut Park Store is the closest place located 2700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Kirby Beach?

There are 454 places to stay in the Kirby Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Kirby Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1952615&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cow Hollow Inn and Suites</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1987809&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Coventry Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=57682&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Infinity Hotel San Francisco, Tapestry Collection by Hilton</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8584740&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">SF Newly Remodeled Charming home With 100% Walking Score</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8451491&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Adorable 2bd by the Beach,GGP,UCSF with Parking</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8980461&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bright Spacious 2bdr & 2bath Apt by Golden Gate Park and Presidio</a></li></ul>

How far is the Kirby Beach from parking?

The Kirby Beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long trail with descent at the end.

Are there any attractions nearby Kirby Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Kirby Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Fort Point National Historic Site located in 2.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Kirby Beach is September. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 12°C and water 12°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Kirby 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.Kirby 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 Kirby Beach with brown sand surface

Photo of Kirby Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Battery Kirby

Kirby Beach

Sausalito, United States

7.3

#211 out of 385 in California 3

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Secluded relax Brown sand Sand bottom

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Located outside the settlement

Sausalito • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Athletic Field Beach Chalet Athletic Fields

6.8km

Hiking Area Coastal Trail

2.3km

Hiking Area Gerbode Valley Trailhead

2.3km

Hiking Area Rodeo Valley Trail

2.5km

Hiking Area Bobcat trailhead

2.6km

Park Crissy Field

2.8km

Park Jessen's Beach

3km

Park Miwok Trail Trailhead

3.2km

Hiking Area Miwok Trail

3.4km

Hiking Area Point Bonita Trail

3.4km

Cafe Warming Hut Park Store

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Meal Takeaway Cafe Bonita at Point Bonita YMCA

10 - Exceptional 3.4km

Cafe Presidio Cafe

8.4 - Very good 4.3km

Cafe Angelina's Deli Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 4.6km

Cafe Bazaar Café

9.4 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Pizzetta 211

9.4 - Excellent 4.7km

Cafe Ashley's Cafe

8.2 - Very good 4.7km

Cafe Tal-Y-Tara Restaurant (Closed For Renovations)

9.2 - Excellent 4.7km

Bar Corks

9.6 - Exceptional 4.7km

Museum Bay Area Discovery Museum

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Fort Point National Historic Site

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Torpedo Wharf

9.4 - Excellent 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Golden Gate Overlook

9.6 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Battery Godfrey

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Military Intelligence Service Historic Learning Center

10 - Exceptional 3km

Tourist Attraction Battery Slaughter

4 - Frustrating 3.1km

Tourist Attraction San Francisco National Cemetery

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Batteries to Bluffs Trail

9.6 - Exceptional 3.2km

Stadium Oracle Park

9.6km

Historical Landmark Sutro Baths

5.5km

Historical Landmark The Painted Ladies

6.9km

Historical Landmark Coit Tower

7km

Historical Landmark Ferry Building

8.3km

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About

Kirby Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 211th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 120.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Sausalito settlement, just 3.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.

Weather

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+19 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Sausalito • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Athletic Field Beach Chalet Athletic Fields

6.8km

Hiking Area Coastal Trail

2.3km

Hiking Area Gerbode Valley Trailhead

2.3km

Hiking Area Rodeo Valley Trail

2.5km

Hiking Area Bobcat trailhead

2.6km

Park Crissy Field

2.8km

Park Jessen's Beach

3km

Park Miwok Trail Trailhead

3.2km

Hiking Area Miwok Trail

3.4km

Hiking Area Point Bonita Trail

3.4km

Cafe Warming Hut Park Store

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Meal Takeaway Cafe Bonita at Point Bonita YMCA

10 - Exceptional 3.4km

Cafe Presidio Cafe

8.4 - Very good 4.3km

Cafe Angelina's Deli Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 4.6km

Cafe Bazaar Café

9.4 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Pizzetta 211

9.4 - Excellent 4.7km

Cafe Ashley's Cafe

8.2 - Very good 4.7km

Cafe Tal-Y-Tara Restaurant (Closed For Renovations)

9.2 - Excellent 4.7km

Bar Corks

9.6 - Exceptional 4.7km

Museum Bay Area Discovery Museum

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Fort Point National Historic Site

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Torpedo Wharf

9.4 - Excellent 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Golden Gate Overlook

9.6 - Exceptional 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Battery Godfrey

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Military Intelligence Service Historic Learning Center

10 - Exceptional 3km

Tourist Attraction Battery Slaughter

4 - Frustrating 3.1km

Tourist Attraction San Francisco National Cemetery

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Batteries to Bluffs Trail

9.6 - Exceptional 3.2km

Stadium Oracle Park

9.6km

Historical Landmark Sutro Baths

5.5km

Historical Landmark The Painted Ladies

6.9km

Historical Landmark Coit Tower

7km

Historical Landmark Ferry Building

8.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

3.4km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Hotel Sausalito

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Sausalito • 730m from center

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4.6km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

My Rosegarden Guest Rooms

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Sausalito • 8.1km from center

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4.9km from the beach

7.2 Good

Inn at Golden Gate

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Sausalito • 7.6km from center

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5.2km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Sausalito • 9.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.7km 22 min walk

Black Sands Beach

7.3 Good

3.7km

Baker Beach

7.5 Very good

4.2km

Rodeo Beach

7.4 Good

4.3km

China Beach

7.1 Good

4.6km

Mile Rock Beach

6.7 Good

5.7km

Tennessee Beach

8.2 Very good

6.8km

Ocean Beach III

7.4 Good

7.7km

Ocean Beach II

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

Sausalito • 3.6km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 120.9km

Transport

Airport

JCC • 3.6km

Bus Station

Golden Gate Br Tunnel/Merchant Rd • 2.6km

Train Station

Embarcadero • 9km

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7.3 Good

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Renee Bipp

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Kirby Beach is the ultimate destination for capturing an awe-inspiring picture of the Golden Gate Bridge. The ideal time to visit is at sunrise, as the bridge is located towards the east of the beach, making it the perfect spot to witness the sun rising behind the bridge. To make the most of your experience, plan to arrive at the Battery Spencer viewpoint an hour before sunrise. As a pedestrian, you can easily pass the gate and take a leisurely stroll down Kirby Cove Road for approximately 30 minutes until you reach the beach. Brace yourself for a breathtaking moment as the sun illuminates the bridge from behind, leaving you in awe. 😱

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Mark Pal.

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This breathtaking beach is the perfect spot to catch a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge in the early hours of the morning. The short and pleasant hike down to the shore is a great way to start your day. The best part? You'll have the entire beach to yourself before the sun rises! It's an idyllic location for taking stunning photos or simply relaxing and enjoying the sunrise. Don't miss out on this incredible experience!

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Kairos

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach offers a picturesque view of the Golden Gate and a leisurely hike. Our visit on Saturday 3/5/22 at 7:30 AM was hassle-free, with ample parking available at the Ridge Battery lot and along the roadside. A brief 5-minute walk led us to stunning vista points and the upper battery's trailhead. The hike itself was a pleasant experience, taking us approximately 25-45 minutes to complete the round trip. Along the way, we explored Battery Wagner, and the easy, non-shaded trail on packed dirt led us down to the beach. Day use areas near the beach had three restrooms, but only one was open for use. Beware of poison oak, which is prevalent in the area, and stick to the marked trails. The beach itself was serene, with a maximum of five people present during our visit. The surrounding greenery, including the towering trees and a patch of Calla Lilies, added to the natural charm of the location. The Golden Gate Bridge was a sight to behold, with ships and kayaks passing underneath, and the San Francisco skyline in the backdrop. We headed back to our car around 10:40 AM, and the beach was bustling with people. Overall, the beach offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and a refreshing outdoor experience.

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Sarika Patel.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The hike leading to the beach is truly delightful, with breathtaking vistas that are simply awe-inspiring. It appears that the winter season is the perfect time to appreciate the stunning scenery. My visit in February to witness the sunrise was truly unforgettable, as I was the only one present to take in the serene atmosphere.