What is the water and sand quality of the Big River Beach?

The Big River Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Big River Beach?

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

Is the Big River 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.Big River Beach is fully protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Big River Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Big River 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Big River 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>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Big River Beach?

Big River 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 Big River Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Big River Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Ravens Restaurant is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Big River Beach?

There are 54 places to stay in the Big River Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Big River Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2711060&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Agate Cove Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8800597&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Nicholson House at Beaujolais</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1739429&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Inns of Mendocino</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2823486&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Mendocino View East</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2257413&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Redwood Rest</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4219636&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Little River Retreat</a></li></ul>

How far is the Big River Beach from parking?

The Big River Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Big River Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Big River Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mendocino Area Parks Association located in 0.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Big River Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Big River Beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 13°C and water 12°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Big River 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.Big River 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 Big River Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Big River Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Big River Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Big River Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Big River Beach and the settlement

Big River Beach

Mendocino, United States

8.2

#21 out of 385 in California 4

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Fully waves protected

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Located within the settlement

Mendocino • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Park Big River Beach at Mendocino Headlands State Park

70m

Park Portuguese Beach

710m

Park Mendocino Headlands State Park

1.1km

Park Russian Gulch State Park

3.3km

Park Van Damme State Park

3.5km

Park Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park

5.4km

Park Point Cabrillo

5.6km

Hiking Area Pygmy Forest Discovery Trail

6km

Hiking Area Caspar Scales

6.3km

Restaurant Ravens Restaurant

7.6 - Very good 250m

Restaurant Stanford Inn & Resort on the Mendocino Coast

9.2 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Luna Trattoria

9.2 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant The Brickery

9.8 - Exceptional 330m

Restaurant Cafe Beaujolais

9 - Excellent 350m

Cafe Mendocino Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 370m

Cafe Bay View Coffee Company

9.6 - Exceptional 390m

Restaurant Gnar Bar

390m

Restaurant Frankie's

9 - Excellent 400m

Tourist Attraction Ford House Visitor Center & Museum

9.4 - Excellent 370m

Tourist Attraction Mendocino Area Parks Association

9.8 - Exceptional 370m

Tourist Attraction Partners Gallery

8 - Very good 550m

Tourist Attraction Highlight Gallery

9.8 - Exceptional 570m

Tourist Attraction Temple of Kwan Tai

9.6 - Exceptional 640m

Tourist Attraction Mendocino Woodlands

9.8 - Exceptional 5.4km

Museum Point Cabrillo Lighthouse Museum

5.6km

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About

Big River Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 21th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 214.7 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Mendocino settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+21 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

5.2 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

2.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Mendocino • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Park Big River Beach at Mendocino Headlands State Park

70m

Park Portuguese Beach

710m

Park Mendocino Headlands State Park

1.1km

Park Russian Gulch State Park

3.3km

Park Van Damme State Park

3.5km

Park Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park

5.4km

Park Point Cabrillo

5.6km

Hiking Area Pygmy Forest Discovery Trail

6km

Hiking Area Caspar Scales

6.3km

Restaurant Ravens Restaurant

7.6 - Very good 250m

Restaurant Stanford Inn & Resort on the Mendocino Coast

9.2 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Luna Trattoria

9.2 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant The Brickery

9.8 - Exceptional 330m

Restaurant Cafe Beaujolais

9 - Excellent 350m

Cafe Mendocino Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 370m

Cafe Bay View Coffee Company

9.6 - Exceptional 390m

Restaurant Gnar Bar

390m

Restaurant Frankie's

9 - Excellent 400m

Tourist Attraction Ford House Visitor Center & Museum

9.4 - Excellent 370m

Tourist Attraction Mendocino Area Parks Association

9.8 - Exceptional 370m

Tourist Attraction Partners Gallery

8 - Very good 550m

Tourist Attraction Highlight Gallery

9.8 - Exceptional 570m

Tourist Attraction Temple of Kwan Tai

9.6 - Exceptional 640m

Tourist Attraction Mendocino Woodlands

9.8 - Exceptional 5.4km

Museum Point Cabrillo Lighthouse Museum

5.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

660m from the beach

10 Exceptional

Nicholson House at Beaujolais

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino • 330m from center

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700m from the beach

8.3 Very good

Inns of Mendocino

Inn

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino • 280m from center

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920m from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Mendocino View East

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino • 260m from center

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930m from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Seagull Inn Bed & Breakfast

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino • 50m from center

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4km from the beach

Little River Redwoods

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Mendocino • 4.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.1km 14 min walk

Portuguese Beach

6.8 Good

3.2km

Van Damme Beach

7.3 Good

6.9km

Caspar Beach

7.1 Good

8.5km

Jug Handle Beach

7.8 Very good

12.7km

Navarro Beach

6.9 Good

12.9km

Babcock Beach

6.8 Good

16.8km

Glass Beach

6.7 Good

17.6km

Pudding Creek Beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Mendocino • 940m

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 214.7km

Transport

Airport

FOB • 19.1km

Bus Station

Little Lake Rd & Gurley Ln • 1.2km

Train Station

Mendocino Model Railway • 16km

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8.2 Very good

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S R.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Located just a brief stroll away from the charming Mendocino, lies a park that boasts of vast, unobstructed vistas of the mesmerizing ocean. The park's serene ambiance is accentuated by the absence of any unsightly trash cans, which means that visitors must ensure that they leave with all their waste.

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Christina Marquez

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is easily accessible and stretches over a mile long and 100 yards deep, with both river and coastal frontage. The sand is fine and almost white, and surprisingly clean despite the presence of over 100 visitors on a Friday afternoon at 3:30.

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Rishabh Dinesh

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This location is easily accessible, and I highly recommend kayaking in the nearby river. Depending on your stamina and the current, it can be a great experience.