What is the water and sand quality of the Pudding Creek Beach?

The coastline of Pudding Creek Beach is covered with 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Pudding Creek Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Pudding Creek 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 Pudding Creek 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.Pudding Creek Beach is fully protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Pudding Creek Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Pudding Creek 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 Pudding Creek 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>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pudding Creek Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Denny's is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Pudding Creek Beach?

There are 75 places to stay in the Pudding Creek Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Pudding Creek Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1827439&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Shoreline Cottages</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1580801&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Captains Quarters</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2823137&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Noyo Harbor Inn</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2257229&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Park View</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4299216&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">San Juan</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7132515&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Harbor Watch</a></li></ul>

How far is the Pudding Creek Beach from parking?

The Pudding Creek 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 Pudding Creek Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Pudding Creek Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are The Pudding Creek Trestle located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Pudding Creek Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Pudding Creek 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?

Pudding Creek 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.Pudding Creek 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.

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Photo of Pudding Creek Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Pudding Creek Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Pudding Creek Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Old railroad bridge

Pudding Creek Beach

Fort Bragg, United States

7.7

#118 out of 385 in California 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Fort Bragg • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Park Noyo Headlands Park

2.7km

Park MacKerricher State Park

3.2km

Park Pomo Bluffs Park

3.4km

Park Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

5.1km

National Park Jug Handle State Natural Reserve

8.6km

Park Jug Handle Beach

8.8km

Park Jug Handle State Park - Pygmy Forest- Trail Destination

9.1km

Restaurant Denny's

8 - Very good 400m

Restaurant The Pub at North Coast Brewing Co.

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Mayan Fusion

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Headlands Coffeehouse

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Cucina Verona Ristorante & Mercato

8.4 - Very good 1.1km

Restaurant Piaci | Pub & Pizzeria

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Lee's | Chinese Restaurant

7 - Good 1.3km

Restaurant Bernillo's 🍕 pizza, subs, salad and soup

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Cafe B & C Grocery

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction The Pudding Creek Trestle

50m

Tourist Attraction Glass Beach

600m

Tourist Attraction The Skunk Train & Rail Bikes

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Guest House Museum

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Noyo Center For MARINE Science

9.6 - Exceptional 1.2km

Museum Sea Glass Museum

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Otis R. Johnson Wilderness Park

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction MacKerricher State Marine Conservation Area

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Art Gallery Northcoast Artists Gallery

1.1km

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About

Pudding Creek Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 118th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 222.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Fort Bragg settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

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

Fort Bragg • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Park Noyo Headlands Park

2.7km

Park MacKerricher State Park

3.2km

Park Pomo Bluffs Park

3.4km

Park Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

5.1km

National Park Jug Handle State Natural Reserve

8.6km

Park Jug Handle Beach

8.8km

Park Jug Handle State Park - Pygmy Forest- Trail Destination

9.1km

Restaurant Denny's

8 - Very good 400m

Restaurant The Pub at North Coast Brewing Co.

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Mayan Fusion

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Headlands Coffeehouse

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Cucina Verona Ristorante & Mercato

8.4 - Very good 1.1km

Restaurant Piaci | Pub & Pizzeria

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Lee's | Chinese Restaurant

7 - Good 1.3km

Restaurant Bernillo's 🍕 pizza, subs, salad and soup

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Cafe B & C Grocery

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction The Pudding Creek Trestle

50m

Tourist Attraction Glass Beach

600m

Tourist Attraction The Skunk Train & Rail Bikes

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Guest House Museum

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Noyo Center For MARINE Science

9.6 - Exceptional 1.2km

Museum Sea Glass Museum

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Otis R. Johnson Wilderness Park

9.2 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction MacKerricher State Marine Conservation Area

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Art Gallery Northcoast Artists Gallery

1.1km

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Located at nearest locality

Fort Bragg • 2km from center

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Sea La Vie

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Fort Bragg • 5.3km from center

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4.9km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Shoreline Cottages

Motel

Located at nearest locality

Fort Bragg • 3.4km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Fort Bragg • 1.6km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 222.9km

Transport

Airport

FOB • 2km

Bus Station

Denny's • 960m

Train Station

Mendocino Model Railway • 1.6km

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7.7 Very good

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Christina Marquez

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is most likely the finest one in the vicinity, with its golden sand adding to its charm.

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Lyricka

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I had the pleasure of visiting California for the first time on my 28th birthday and it was truly unforgettable. My fiancé made it all possible and I couldn't be more grateful. California has always been a dream destination for me and it exceeded all my expectations. The coast was particularly stunning with its golden sand beaches and breathtaking views. I also enjoyed exploring the mountains and Redwoods, but the beach was definitely my favorite spot.

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Ravindra Desai

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Beautiful beach and peaceful area

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Kai Kimura

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is stunning with golden sand on one side (north) and incredible tide pools on the other (south).

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Luis Garcia

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is an absolute delight that my daughters adored! The stunning scenery and soft, sandy texture make it an ideal spot for basking in the sun and building sandcastles. However, if you're planning on collecting seashells, this may not be the best option. Overall, it's a wonderful place to enjoy a day out with your loved ones.