Photo of Pier Shoals Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Pier Shoals Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Pier Shoals Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Pier Shoals Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Pier Shoals Beach located in natural area

Photo of Pier Shoals Beach backed by cliffs

Photo of Pier Shoals Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

6.7

Good

Pier Shoals Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Pier Shoals Beach?

There are 32 places to stay in the Pier Shoals Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Pier Shoals Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4144923&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Del Sol</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2257357&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sugar Shack</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8490244&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sunset Shores Unit 139</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8490010&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">6694 Breakers Way Home</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6782784&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Peace on the Pacific</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5996516&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Victorian Carpinteria Apartment Less Than 1 Mi to Beach!</a></li></ul>

Sea Cliff, United States

#348 out of 385 in California

6.7

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Kayaking Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Sea Cliff • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Hobson Grill & Pizza Shack

8.8 - Excellent 2.2km

Cafe Peirano's Beachfront Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 5.1km

Park Park Number Three

5.1km

Park Rincon Beach County Park

5.3km

Park Tar Pits Park

8.1km

Tourist Attraction Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

7.6km

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About

Pier Shoals Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 348th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 504.4 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Sea Cliff settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a spacious 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 not crowded place during the season.

Pier Shoals Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.

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

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Rincon Beach, which has a rating of 7.

Pier Shoals Beach (California) is located outside the Sea Cliff settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Pier Shoals Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Sea Cliff • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Hobson Grill & Pizza Shack

8.8 - Excellent 2.2km

Cafe Peirano's Beachfront Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 5.1km

Park Park Number Three

5.1km

Park Rincon Beach County Park

5.3km

Park Tar Pits Park

8.1km

Tourist Attraction Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

7.6km

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Located at nearest locality

Sea Cliff • 2.7km from center

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Cozy beach home walking distance from ocean

2.1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Cozy beach home walking distance from ocean

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Located at nearest locality

Sea Cliff • 3.4km from center

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2.4km from the beach

8 Very good

Relaxing Beach Retreat

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Located at nearest locality

Sea Cliff • 3.7km from center

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10.3km from the beach

Modern Mountain-View Condo, 1 Block to Beach! condo

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Located at nearest locality

Sea Cliff • 11.5km from center

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10.5km from the beach

Remodeled Coastal Escape - Walk to Beach & Dining apts

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Located at nearest locality

Sea Cliff • 11.7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Pier Shoals Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Pier Shoals Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Nearest Beaches

2.4km

La Conchita Beach La Conchita Beach

6.8 Good

2.7km

Rincon Beach Rincon Beach

7 Good

5.8km

Rincon Beach Rincon Beach

7.3 Good

5.9km

Mondos Beach Mondos Beach

7.8 Very good

8.3km

Solimar Beach Solimar Beach

7 Good

10.2km

Carpinteria Beach Carpinteria Beach

7.8 Very good

13.1km

Santa Claus Beach Santa Claus Beach

7.4 Good

15.9km

Loon Point Beach Loon Point Beach

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

Sea Cliff • 1.2km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 504.4km

Transport

Airport

OXR • 26.4km

Bus Station

Airbus Stop - Carpinteria, CA • 9.2km

Train Station

Ventura - Downtown / Beach Amtrak Station • 14.4km

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6.7 Good

SARAH GURSANI

10 Exceptional

I really love the view of this beach, it's absolutely stunning.

March 2023

Nathan Ashford

10 Exceptional

While on my road trip from Palm Springs to Buellton along CA Coastal Highway 101, I decided to take a pause and immerse myself in the refreshing ocean breeze. This beach was the perfect spot to rejuvenate my senses and soak in the stunning surroundings on this beautiful day.

March 2023

Aidan McAllister

10 Exceptional

A delightful opportunity to take a break and stretch your legs during your journey on the highway. The hidden gem of this beach is that it is not yet known to many, providing you with the chance to enjoy its beauty in solitude. However, with the sharing of this review, it may soon become a popular destination.

March 2023

Aldo Ramirez

10 Exceptional

It's a stunning destination to witness the coastline and experience the mist enveloping the area.

March 2023

Lena K.

6 Pleasant

The scenery is stunning, but the maintenance is lacking. You'll have to navigate through a sketchy area if you want to follow the street signs, but once you brave the garbage, spray paint, and barricades, you'll discover a breathtaking oasis. Plus, there's a convenient path for all you two-wheeled enthusiasts to cruise along the beachfront.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Pier Shoals Beach?

The coastline of Pier Shoals 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 Pier Shoals Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Pier Shoals 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 Pier Shoals 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.

The waves in the Pier Shoals Beach are usually strong.

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

Is the Pier Shoals 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 Pier Shoals Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pier Shoals Beach.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.Hobson Grill & Pizza Shack is the closest place located 2300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Pier Shoals Beach?

There are 32 places to stay in the Pier Shoals Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Pier Shoals Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Pier Shoals Beach from parking?

The Pier Shoals 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 Pier Shoals Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Pier Shoals Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 16°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Pier Shoals 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.Pier Shoals 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.