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7.8

Very good

Seal Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Seal Beach?

The bar is located right on the Seal Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Naples Rib Company is the closest place located 2400 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Seal Beach?

There are 243 places to stay in the Seal Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Seal Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9832886&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sandy Oasis - A</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3578877&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">'California Dreamin'</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5927467&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Oceanfront Oasis</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6610134&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">LBC-102 - Beauty By the Beach</a></li></ul>

Seal Beach, United States

#86 out of 385 in California

7.8

Very good

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

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Located within the settlement

Seal Beach • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Naples Rib Company

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Michael's on Naples

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Roe Seafood - Restaurant

9 - Excellent 2.3km

Restaurant Domenico's Belmont Shore

9 - Excellent 2.4km

Bar Shannon's Bayshore Saloon

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Bar Riley's on 2nd Street

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Restaurant Taco Shore Long Beach

9 - Excellent 2.4km

Cafe George’s Greek Cafe

9 - Excellent 2.5km

Bar Dogz Bar and Grill

8.6 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Bayshore Playground

9.2 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Jack Dunster Marine Biological Reserve

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Calm Beach

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Rosie's Dog Beach

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Long Beach Lifeguard Museum

9.6 - Exceptional 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Marine Stadium

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Marina Vista Park

9.4 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction "Sublime" Memorial Wall

9.4 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Colorado Lagoon

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

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About

Seal Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 86th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 617.6 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Seal Beach settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

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

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. 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 Mother's beach, which has a rating of 8.4.

Seal Beach is located in California within Seal Beach, 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

+23 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+20 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Seal Beach • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Naples Rib Company

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Michael's on Naples

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Roe Seafood - Restaurant

9 - Excellent 2.3km

Restaurant Domenico's Belmont Shore

9 - Excellent 2.4km

Bar Shannon's Bayshore Saloon

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Bar Riley's on 2nd Street

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Restaurant Taco Shore Long Beach

9 - Excellent 2.4km

Cafe George’s Greek Cafe

9 - Excellent 2.5km

Bar Dogz Bar and Grill

8.6 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Bayshore Playground

9.2 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Jack Dunster Marine Biological Reserve

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Calm Beach

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Rosie's Dog Beach

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Long Beach Lifeguard Museum

9.6 - Exceptional 2.7km

Tourist Attraction Marine Stadium

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Marina Vista Park

9.4 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction "Sublime" Memorial Wall

9.4 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Colorado Lagoon

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

670m from the beach

Sandy Oasis - A

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Seal Beach • 870m from center

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3.3km from the beach

9 Excellent

1926 Boho Beach Cottage

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Seal Beach • 3.1km from center

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3.4km from the beach

8 Very good

LBC-102 - Beauty By the Beach

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Seal Beach • 3.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

What to do in Seal Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Seal Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Seal Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Seal Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

2.4km

Mother's beach Mother's beach

8.4 Very good

4km

Sunset County Sunset County

7.2 Good

4.2km

Belmont Beach Belmont Beach

7.6 Very good

7.1km

Alamitos Beach Alamitos Beach

7.3 Good

7.2km

Bolsa Chica Beach Bolsa Chica Beach

7.4 Good

11.4km

Huntington Dog Beach Huntington Dog Beach

7.8 Very good

16.6km

Huntington Beach Huntington Beach

7.8 Very good

16.7km

Cabrillo Beach Cabrillo Beach

7.9 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Seal Beach • 420m

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 617.6km

Transport

Airport

LGB • 9.7km

Bus Station

Fairview-McFadden • 18.5km

Train Station

Swinford St. / Cruise Center • 16.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

Aria Mendez

10 Exceptional

I had the chance to visit the beach at night and it was an amazing experience. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to capture any daylight photos. However, the night view was breathtaking. I was disappointed to see a lot of trash scattered around the beach. To help keep the environment clean, I suggest bringing trash bags along. The pier was a standout feature with benches placed at various intervals. Although the restaurants looked great, they were all closed by 9pm. The beach is also located close to a police station, providing extra security. I hope you have a great time at this beautiful beach!

March 2023

Joyce Merrick

10 Exceptional

The Seal Beach pier, along with the lush green areas and ample seating, provides a stunning ocean vista that makes for a perfect spot to unwind with loved ones. Wednesday nights are particularly special, as they host fantastic concerts. Recently, we attended an Eagles concert and the acoustics were top-notch, with a lively band that got everyone grooving. It was heartening to see people of all ages, relishing the music and having a great time. The park was bustling with blankets, chairs, and even furry friends mingling with each other. I am eagerly looking forward to the next event. It's a must-visit destination, so go ahead and indulge yourself while also supporting this charming and delightful city.

March 2023

Emilien Dufour

10 Exceptional

This is an ideal spot to soak up some positive energy from the ocean's ions. It would be even better if there were a restaurant located at the end of the pier.

March 2023

Sailor Cruz

10 Exceptional

I recently returned to one of my favorite childhood destinations, Seal Beach, and was pleasantly surprised to see the positive changes that have taken place. The town now places a heavy emphasis on tourism, evident in the ongoing upgrades to the pier and surrounding areas. Unlike the carefree days of the 80s, visitors are now encouraged to be aware of their surroundings and take necessary precautions while enjoying the beautiful California coast. Despite these changes, I am happy to report that Seal Beach remains a wonderful destination with a great pier to explore.

March 2023

Aurora Bynum

10 Exceptional

The beach was impeccably clean, allowing me to walk out into the water without any seaweed or debris hindering my experience. Additionally, the beachgoers were considerate of social distancing measures, which was particularly important to me as I was accompanied by my young children. Finally, my daughter was thrilled to catch a glimpse of the massive ships off in the distance. Although we didn't take advantage of the playground due to the large number of children in the area, it appeared to be well-maintained and appealing for young ones. 🙂

March 2023

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Seal Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Seal Beach?

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

The Seal Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Seal 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.

The waves in the Seal Beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Seal Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Seal 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 Seal 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.

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

The bar is located right on the Seal Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Naples Rib Company is the closest place located 2400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Seal Beach?

There are 243 places to stay in the Seal Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Seal Beach include:

Sandy Oasis - A

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Seal Beach from parking?

The Seal 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 Seal Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Seal Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Bayshore Playground located in 2.8 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Seal 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?

Seal 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.Seal 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.