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Photo of San Clemente beach with turquoise pure water surface

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8.1

Very good

San Clemente beach

San Clemente, United States

#29 out of 385 in California

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

San Clemente • 2.8 km

Map of beach

Mexican Restaurant Sancho's Tacos

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Cafe Zebra House Coffee & Eatery

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Seafood Restaurant Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Coffee Shop Bear Coast Coffee

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

American Restaurant Nick's San Clemente

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.4 - Very good 1.7km

American Restaurant BeachFire Bar & Grill

9 - Excellent 1.7km

Coffee Shop Sur Coffee

9.6 - Exceptional 1.8km

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

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Park Leslie Park

180m

Hiking Area San Clemente Beach Trail

1.1km

Park Linda Lane Park

1.8km

Park Max Berg Plaza Park

2.3km

Park Bonito Canyon Park

2.7km

Park Verde Park

3km

Park San Onofre State Beach

3.1km

Park Pico Park

3.2km

Park Pico Park Sea Summit Trailhead

3.3km

Grocery Store Albertsons

3.6km

Liquor Store Larry's Liquor & Jr. Market

4.7km

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About

San Clemente beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 29th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 673 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of San Clemente settlement, just 2.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

San Clemente beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Trestles Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

San Clemente beach is located in California within San Clemente, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

3.8 M/S

Wind

+20 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

San Clemente • 2.8 km

Map of beach

Mexican Restaurant Sancho's Tacos

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Cafe Zebra House Coffee & Eatery

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Seafood Restaurant Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Coffee Shop Bear Coast Coffee

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

American Restaurant Nick's San Clemente

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Coffee Shop Starbucks

8.4 - Very good 1.7km

American Restaurant BeachFire Bar & Grill

9 - Excellent 1.7km

Coffee Shop Sur Coffee

9.6 - Exceptional 1.8km

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

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Park Leslie Park

180m

Hiking Area San Clemente Beach Trail

1.1km

Park Linda Lane Park

1.8km

Park Max Berg Plaza Park

2.3km

Park Bonito Canyon Park

2.7km

Park Verde Park

3km

Park San Onofre State Beach

3.1km

Park Pico Park

3.2km

Park Pico Park Sea Summit Trailhead

3.3km

Grocery Store Albertsons

3.6km

Liquor Store Larry's Liquor & Jr. Market

4.7km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

790m from the beach

10 Exceptional

Aloha Amigos Surf Getaway

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Clemente • 2.9km from center

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2km from the beach

9 Excellent

Ola Vista

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Clemente • 910m from center

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2.2km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Beachcomber Inn

Inn

Located at nearest locality

San Clemente • 1.1km from center

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2.2km from the beach

Beach Life & View

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Clemente • 1km from center

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2.2km from the beach

5.7 Pleasant

Victoria #5

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Clemente • 1km from center

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Nearest Beaches

2.2km

Trestles Beach Trestles Beach

7.2 Good

4km

North beach North beach

7.1 Good

4.9km

San Onofre beach San Onofre beach

7 Good

5.7km

Poche beach Poche beach

6.9 Good

7.6km

Trails beach Trails beach

6.9 Good

8.2km

Capistrano beach Capistrano beach

6.7 Good

10.1km

Doheny beach Doheny beach

8.1 Very good

11.4km

Baby beach Baby beach

7.9 Very good

Localities

Nearest

San Clemente • 2.8km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 673km

Transport

Airport

OCN • 31.2km

Bus Station

El Camino Real-Avd Santa Margarita • 1.2km

Train Station

San Clemente Pier • 2.4km

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Travelers reviews

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8.1 Very good

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8.1 Very good

Amarjit Singh.

10 Exceptional

The intimate and snug beach is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It is a perfect spot to unwind and relax with your loved ones as it is not densely populated. The beach is an ideal location to spend quality time with your family.

March 2023

Kazim Razaq

10 Exceptional

Although we've only been to the beach once, we absolutely adore it. It's the perfect spot to spend quality time with loved ones, including children. The beach is impressively expansive, providing ample space for swimming and surfing. Needless to say, we're already making plans to return in the near future.

March 2023

Samantha Mitchell

8 Very good

The beach is absolutely delightful with a convenient location that makes it easily accessible. I was able to discover some splendid sea glass while basking in the beauty of the breathtaking sunsets.

March 2023

Nathan Reynolds

10 Exceptional

In light of the pandemic, I decided to opt for a staycation this year and explore the state beaches. I stumbled upon this particular beach and was pleasantly surprised by its well-organized layout and ample camping options. Although the beach was a bit of a trek from the parking area, it wasn't as far as some of the other beaches I've visited. I highly recommend this spot for camping enthusiasts, as there is plenty of room to set up camp, and the bathroom and shower facilities are well-maintained.

March 2023

Kieran Andersson

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning and not overly crowded, providing a serene atmosphere for relaxation. A fantastic walking or jogging path runs parallel to the coastline, allowing for scenic exercise with the sound of the waves in the background. The natural beauty of the surroundings is truly breathtaking.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the San Clemente beach?

The coastline of San Clemente 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 San Clemente beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the San Clemente beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The San Clemente beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the San Clemente 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

San Clemente beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the San Clemente beach for swimming is positive.

Is the San Clemente beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the San Clemente beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of San Clemente beach?

San Clemente beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers
Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of San Clemente beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on San Clemente beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Zebra House Coffee & Eatery is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the San Clemente beach?

There are 120 places to stay in the San Clemente beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of San Clemente beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the San Clemente beach from parking?

The San Clemente 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 San Clemente beach?

The month with the highest temperature in San Clemente beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 16°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

San Clemente 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.San Clemente 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.