What is the water and sand quality of the Red Rock Beach?

The coastline of Red Rock 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 a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Red Rock Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Red Rock 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 Red Rock 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 Red Rock 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 Red Rock Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Red Rock 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 Red Rock Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Red Rock Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Red Rock Beach?

Red Rock 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 Red Rock Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Red Rock Beach.There are 3 restaurants nearby.Parkside Cafe is the closest place located 1100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Red Rock Beach?

There are 36 places to stay in the Red Rock Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Red Rock 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><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2345177&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">My Rosegarden Guest Rooms</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><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><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9584852&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Longboard Studio includes King Bed and Kitchenette</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9828179&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">the hideaway in bolinas, ca</a></li></ul>

How far is the Red Rock Beach from parking?

The Red Rock Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a long descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Red Rock Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Red Rock Beach is September. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 14°C and water 13°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Red Rock 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.Red Rock 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 Red Rock Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Red Rock Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Red Rock Beach with straight shore

Photo of Red Rock Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Red Rock Beach located in natural area

Photo of Red Rock Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Red Rock Beach backed by cliffs

Red Rock Beach

Stinson Beach, United States

7.3

#211 out of 385 in California 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Stinson Beach • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trailhead Parking

300m

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trail

320m

Hiking Area Whitegate Ranch Trailhead

860m

Hiking Area Vent#5 Trailhead

980m

Hiking Area Dipsea Trail Head

1000m

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trail and Dipsea Trail Junction

1km

Park Village Green Park

1.1km

Hiking Area Matt Davis Trail Head

1.1km

Hiking Area Stinson beach

1.2km

Restaurant Parkside Cafe

7.8 - Very good 1km

Restaurant Bodega Stinson Beach

8.8 - Excellent 1km

Cafe Breakers Café

8.2 - Very good 1.1km

Seafood Restaurant Sand Dollar Restaurant

7.8 - Very good 1.1km

Supermarket Stinson Beach Market

1.1km

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Red Rock Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 211th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 125.9 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Stinson Beach settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Stinson Beach • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trailhead Parking

300m

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trail

320m

Hiking Area Whitegate Ranch Trailhead

860m

Hiking Area Vent#5 Trailhead

980m

Hiking Area Dipsea Trail Head

1000m

Hiking Area Steep Ravine Trail and Dipsea Trail Junction

1km

Park Village Green Park

1.1km

Hiking Area Matt Davis Trail Head

1.1km

Hiking Area Stinson beach

1.2km

Restaurant Parkside Cafe

7.8 - Very good 1km

Restaurant Bodega Stinson Beach

8.8 - Excellent 1km

Cafe Breakers Café

8.2 - Very good 1.1km

Seafood Restaurant Sand Dollar Restaurant

7.8 - Very good 1.1km

Supermarket Stinson Beach Market

1.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Longboard Studio includes King Bed and Kitchenette

17.9km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Beautiful Edwardian Victorian Homestay B&B

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Located at nearest locality

Stinson Beach • 19.5km from center

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Stinson Beach • 1.6km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 125.9km

Transport

Airport

JMC • 10.6km

Bus Station

Sir Francis Drake Blvd & Bank St • 11.4km

Train Station

Larkspur • 12.4km

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