What is the water and sand quality of the Santa Maria Beach?

The coastline of Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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.Santa Maria Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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. 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>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Santa Maria Beach?

Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Santa Maria Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Santa Maria Beach?

There are 7 places to stay in the Santa Maria Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Santa Maria 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></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=5710717&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park</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></ul>

How far is the Santa Maria Beach from parking?

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

What is the best time of the year to visit Santa Maria Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Santa Maria 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?

Santa Maria 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.Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Santa Maria Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Santa Maria Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Santa Maria Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Santa Maria Beach located in natural area

Santa Maria Beach

Inverness Park, United States

7.5

#155 out of 385 in California 3

Free entrance Virgin beach Secluded relax Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom

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Located outside the settlement

Inverness Park • 6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Laguna Trailhead

3.8km

Hiking Area Coast Trail Trailhead

4km

Hiking Area Bayview Trail

4.8km

Park Point Reyes National Seashore

6.1km

Farm Heidrun Meadery

8.2km

Hiking Area Alamere Falls

8.2km

Tourist Attraction Earthquake Trail

5.4km

Historical Landmark Point Reyes Shipwrecks

9.7km

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About

Santa Maria Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 155th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 134.5 km away from its center, the city of Сакраменто. It is one of the beaches of Inverness Park settlement, just 6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

4.4 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Inverness Park • 6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Laguna Trailhead

3.8km

Hiking Area Coast Trail Trailhead

4km

Hiking Area Bayview Trail

4.8km

Park Point Reyes National Seashore

6.1km

Farm Heidrun Meadery

8.2km

Hiking Area Alamere Falls

8.2km

Tourist Attraction Earthquake Trail

5.4km

Historical Landmark Point Reyes Shipwrecks

9.7km

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Stays nearby

7 accomodations nearby

Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!

7.5km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Inverness Park • 2km from center

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8.5km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

The Quails Nest Cottage

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Inverness Park • 2.5km from center

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Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park

8.9km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park

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Located at nearest locality

Inverness Park • 4.8km from center

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18.8km from the beach

7.8 Very good

Smiley's Saloon & Hotel

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Located at nearest locality

Inverness Park • 20.9km from center

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19.2km from the beach

the hideaway in bolinas, ca

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Inverness Park • 21.3km from center

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22.5km from the beach

21 Calle del Sierra Home Entire Property

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Inverness Park • 24.1km from center

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Longboard Studio includes King Bed and Kitchenette

22.9km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Longboard Studio includes King Bed and Kitchenette

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Inverness Park • 24.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Inverness Park • 6km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 134.5km

Transport

Airport

SRF • 29km

Bus Station

Inverness Store • 9km

Train Station

Novato • 27.3km

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7.5 Very good

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Kairos

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Although my personal preference doesn't align with the beach, I would still rate it 50 out of 100. The community has put in commendable efforts to maintain the beach's cleanliness and upkeep. I do have some queries regarding certain aspects, but overall, I had a delightful experience during my visit.