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

The coastline of Trestles Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 Trestles Beach?

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

Is the Trestles Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.The waves in the Trestles Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Trestles Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Trestles 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 Trestles Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Trestles Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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>On the territory of the national park / reserve</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Trestles Beach.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Zebra House Coffee & Eatery is the closest place located 4300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Trestles Beach?

There are 109 places to stay in the Trestles Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Trestles Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6383581&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beachcomber Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7907954&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pier View Paradise</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3617982&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Monterey C</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3618051&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ola Vista</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7042459&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beach Life & View</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7042438&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Victoria #5</a></li></ul>

How far is the Trestles Beach from parking?

The Trestles 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.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Trestles Beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Trestles 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.Trestles 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 Trestles Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Trestles Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Trestles Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Trestles Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Trestles Beach and the settlement

Photo of Trestles Beach backed by cliffs

Photo of Trestles Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Trestles Beach

San Onofre, United States

7.2

#243 out of 385 in California 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

San Onofre • 2 km

Map of beach

Park San Onofre State Beach

1.1km

Park Leslie Park

2.8km

Hiking Area San Clemente Beach Trail

3.7km

Park Linda Lane Park

4.4km

Park Max Berg Plaza Park

5km

Park Bonito Canyon Park

5.3km

Park Verde Park

5.5km

Park Pico Park

5.8km

Park Pico Park Sea Summit Trailhead

5.9km

Mexican Restaurant Sancho's Tacos

9.2 - Excellent 3.6km

Cafe Zebra House Coffee & Eatery

8.8 - Excellent 3.7km

Seafood Restaurant Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar

9 - Excellent 3.9km

Coffee Shop Bear Coast Coffee

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.4 - Very good 4.2km

American Restaurant Nick's San Clemente

9.4 - Excellent 4.3km

American Restaurant BeachFire Bar & Grill

9 - Excellent 4.3km

Coffee Shop Sur Coffee

9.6 - Exceptional 4.4km

Mexican Restaurant South of Nick's San Clemente | Mexican Kitchen + Bar

9.2 - Excellent 4.5km

Grocery Store Albertsons

6.1km

Liquor Store Larry's Liquor & Jr. Market

7.3km

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About

Trestles Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 243th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 675.2 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of San Onofre settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+23 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

4.5 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

San Onofre • 2 km

Map of beach

Park San Onofre State Beach

1.1km

Park Leslie Park

2.8km

Hiking Area San Clemente Beach Trail

3.7km

Park Linda Lane Park

4.4km

Park Max Berg Plaza Park

5km

Park Bonito Canyon Park

5.3km

Park Verde Park

5.5km

Park Pico Park

5.8km

Park Pico Park Sea Summit Trailhead

5.9km

Mexican Restaurant Sancho's Tacos

9.2 - Excellent 3.6km

Cafe Zebra House Coffee & Eatery

8.8 - Excellent 3.7km

Seafood Restaurant Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar

9 - Excellent 3.9km

Coffee Shop Bear Coast Coffee

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.4 - Very good 4.2km

American Restaurant Nick's San Clemente

9.4 - Excellent 4.3km

American Restaurant BeachFire Bar & Grill

9 - Excellent 4.3km

Coffee Shop Sur Coffee

9.6 - Exceptional 4.4km

Mexican Restaurant South of Nick's San Clemente | Mexican Kitchen + Bar

9.2 - Excellent 4.5km

Grocery Store Albertsons

6.1km

Liquor Store Larry's Liquor & Jr. Market

7.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

2.1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Aloha Amigos Surf Getaway

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 3.4km from center

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4.2km from the beach

9 Excellent

Ola Vista

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 5.6km from center

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4.4km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Beachcomber Inn

Inn

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6km from center

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4.4km from the beach

Beach Life & View

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6km from center

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4.4km from the beach

5.7 Pleasant

Victoria #5

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6km from center

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4.4km from the beach

Pier View Paradise

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6km from center

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4.5km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Monterey C

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6km from center

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4.5km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Oceanfront Hacienda

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6.1km from center

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Blue Whale Inn Pet and Kid Friendly Unit C

4.5km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Blue Whale Inn Pet and Kid Friendly Unit C

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6km from center

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4.5km from the beach

California Getaway

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 5.9km from center

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4.5km from the beach

Montalvo Calafia Beach Condos

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 5.9km from center

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4.5km from the beach

Pelican Vista

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

San Onofre • 6.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.2km

San Clemente beach

8.1 Very good

3km

San Onofre beach

7.1 Good

5.7km

Trails beach

6.9 Good

6.2km

North beach

7.1 Good

7.8km

Poche beach

6.9 Good

10.3km

Gladiator beach

7.1 Good

10.3km

Capistrano beach

6.7 Good

12.1km

Doheny beach

8.1 Very good

Localities

Nearest

San Onofre • 2km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 675.2km

Transport

Airport

OCN • 29.2km

Bus Station

El Camino Real-Avd Santa Margarita • 1.4km

Train Station

San Clemente Pier • 4.5km

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7.2 Good

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7.2 Good

Kiran Voss

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

We do security work at that beach twice a year. It's a stunning beach that isn't too crowded, but the main issue is the guys on bikes who don't stop for pedestrians.

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Jenelle Smith

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

The beach, named after its renowned train trestles, requires quite a long walk from the available parking, but it is definitely worth it! It is a beloved spot for local surfers, with its untouched natural beauty and rugged rocky shoreline. Although wearing surf booties or water shoes may not look fashionable, they are essential if you plan on entering the water. Additionally, this beach has hosted numerous prestigious surf competitions. While it may not be easily accessible, if you are physically fit and don't mind the 0.81-mile round trip hike, it is an incredible experience that you should definitely have in Southern California.

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Abdul Malik

Beach Practitioner • 7 months ago

2 Very poor

The beach is extremely rocky and the waves are quite challenging. The effort required to hike to the beach is not worth it. The porta-potties are absolutely disgusting and there are reports of shark sightings. It would be better to visit other beaches that have actual sandy shores, more people, better facilities, and less risk.

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Elias Montague

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

I absolutely adore this surfing spot! I'm incredibly fortunate to live just a short 20-minute drive away. It's an absolute blast when the waves are massive! I highly recommend it to all the surfing enthusiasts out there who are seeking an exceptional spot to catch some waves!

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Lily Vale

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

This beach may not be suitable for everyone due to its location, as it requires a nearly half-mile walk from the parking area. However, this could be one of the reasons why it has maintained its reputation as an amazing beach. The parking lot is conveniently located right off the freeway. When we arrived on a Saturday around 10:30, there were only about 15 parking spots left in the paid lot. All of the free street parking was already occupied. During part of the walk, you will share a pathway with coastal bike riders. After that, you will need to veer right for a couple of hundred yards until you reach the train trestle and finally the beach. This beach has a very relaxed atmosphere. There are plenty of waves and surfers, but the sand is not crowded at all. There were very few children around. Overall, it is a beautiful and laid-back beach. For convenience, there are porta potties available near the trestles and in the parking lot. If you are walking, make sure to be aware of bikes approaching from behind.