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

The coastline of Bolinas Beach is covered with gray sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Bolinas Beach?

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

Is the Bolinas 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.Bolinas Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Bolinas 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 Bolinas Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. 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>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Bolinas Beach?

Bolinas 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 Bolinas Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Bolinas Beach.There are 3 restaurants nearby.Parkside Cafe is the closest place located 4000 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Bolinas Beach?

There are 17 places to stay in the Bolinas Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Bolinas Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7450786&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Smiley's Saloon & Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1338681&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Sausalito</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2693891&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Quails Nest Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5995320&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8555221&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">21 Calle del Sierra Home Entire Property</a></li></ul>

How far is the Bolinas Beach from parking?

The Bolinas Beach has no parking spot.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Bolinas 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?

Bolinas 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.Bolinas 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 Bolinas Beach with gray sand surface

Photo of Bolinas Beach with blue water surface

Photo of Bolinas Beach with partly clean level of cleanliness

Bolinas Beach

Bolinas, United States

7.3

#211 out of 385 in California 5

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Bolinas • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Park Upton Beach

2.6km

Hiking Area Stinson beach

3.6km

Park Village Green Park

3.8km

Hiking Area Matt Davis Trail Head

4km

Hiking Area Dipsea Trail Head

4.1km

Park Palomarin Field Station, Point Blue Conservation Science (Point Reyes Bird Observatory)

5km

Hiking Area Whitegate Ranch Trailhead

5.3km

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trailhead Parking

5.4km

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trail

5.4km

Restaurant Parkside Cafe

7.8 - Very good 3.9km

Cafe Breakers Café

8.2 - Very good 3.9km

Seafood Restaurant Sand Dollar Restaurant

7.8 - Very good 3.9km

Restaurant Bodega Stinson Beach

8.8 - Excellent 3.9km

Supermarket Stinson Beach Market

3.8km

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About

Bolinas Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 211th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 128.2 km away from its center, the city of Сакраменто. It is one of the beaches of Bolinas settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Bolinas • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Park Upton Beach

2.6km

Hiking Area Stinson beach

3.6km

Park Village Green Park

3.8km

Hiking Area Matt Davis Trail Head

4km

Hiking Area Dipsea Trail Head

4.1km

Park Palomarin Field Station, Point Blue Conservation Science (Point Reyes Bird Observatory)

5km

Hiking Area Whitegate Ranch Trailhead

5.3km

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trailhead Parking

5.4km

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trail

5.4km

Restaurant Parkside Cafe

7.8 - Very good 3.9km

Cafe Breakers Café

8.2 - Very good 3.9km

Seafood Restaurant Sand Dollar Restaurant

7.8 - Very good 3.9km

Restaurant Bodega Stinson Beach

8.8 - Excellent 3.9km

Supermarket Stinson Beach Market

3.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

270m from the beach

the hideaway in bolinas, ca

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Bolinas • 470m from center

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490m from the beach

7.8 Very good

Smiley's Saloon & Hotel

Inn

Located at nearest locality

Bolinas • 190m from center

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3.5km from the beach

21 Calle del Sierra Home Entire Property

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Bolinas • 3.9km from center

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Longboard Studio includes King Bed and Kitchenette

22km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

The Quails Nest Cottage

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Bolinas • 21.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

340m 5 min walk

Stinson Beach II

7.7 Very good

3.8km

Stinson Beach

8 Very good

4.7km

Red Rock Beach

7.3 Good

10.8km

Muir Beach

7.8 Very good

11.2km

Wildcat Beach

7.9 Very good

13.6km

Tennessee Beach

8.2 Very good

15.3km

Rodeo Beach

7.4 Good

15.8km

Kelham Beach

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

Bolinas • 490m

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 128.2km

Transport

Airport

JMC • 15.1km

Bus Station

Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Tamal Rd • 12.1km

Train Station

Larkspur • 15.6km

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7.3 Good

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Renee Bipp

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This charming surfing town boasts a breathtakingly pristine beach and natural surroundings. It's worth noting that the sand on this beach is a unique shade of gray.

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Ryllis 357

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach and town are both charming and pleasant.

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Lila Sora

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach deserves a five-star rating and the town is absolutely charming. Additionally, it's worth mentioning that the sand on the beach is gray in color.

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Armando Sanchez.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Bolinas, CA is a charming and intriguing small town that can be a bit difficult to locate, but once you arrive, you'll feel like you've entered a completely different world. The town has a unique blend of a hippie vibe and an old-fashioned small town atmosphere, and the locals are incredibly friendly. The beach is exceptionally clean and surprisingly warm, and the town is filled with art shops and various art displays throughout. Bolinas is especially fascinating due to its location on the San Andreas fault and its proximity to Japan. It's located across from Stinson Beach and is the perfect destination for those seeking a relaxing, artistic, and chic town to explore.