Photo of Pacifica Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Pacifica Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Pacifica Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.2

Good

Pacifica Beach

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

There are 181 places to stay in the Pacifica Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Pacifica Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=182927&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco Pacifica</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5709916&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Anchor Inn Pacifica</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4002066&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">@ Marbella Lane Tuscan Villa with Hot Tub</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4766180&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">@ Marbella Lane Pedro Point Beach House with Hot Tub</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7074182&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">@ Marbella Lane - Buckingham Place Laundry + P</a></li></ul>

Rockaway Beach, United States

#243 out of 385 in California

7.2

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

Pacifica • 2.1 km

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Tourist Attraction San Pedro Valley Park

9.4 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Gray Whale Cove State Beach

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction McNee Ranch State Park

9.4 - Excellent 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Pillar Point Bluff

9.4 - Excellent 9.4km

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About

Pacifica Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 243th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 140.4 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Pacifica settlement, just 2.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a long bay 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.

Pacifica Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

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

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

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Gray Whale Cove Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Pacifica Beach is located in California within Pacifica, 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

+19 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

10.5 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

2.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Pacifica • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction San Pedro Valley Park

9.4 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Gray Whale Cove State Beach

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction McNee Ranch State Park

9.4 - Excellent 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Pillar Point Bluff

9.4 - Excellent 9.4km

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Located at nearest locality

Pacifica • 2km from center

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Located at nearest locality

Pacifica • 3.7km from center

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5.9km from the beach

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Located at nearest locality

Pacifica • 3.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Pacifica 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!

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Rockaway Beach Rockaway Beach

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Pacifica Beach Park Pacifica Beach Park

7.3 Good

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Gray Whale Cove Beach Gray Whale Cove Beach

7.7 Very good

5.9km

Montara Beach Montara Beach

8.1 Very good

8.9km

Moss Beach Moss Beach

7.6 Very good

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Mavericks Beach Mavericks Beach

7.1 Good

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Funston Beach Funston Beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Pacifica • 2.1km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 140.4km

Transport

Airport

HAF • 9.5km

Bus Station

Main St & 7th St • 6.4km

Train Station

San Bruno Station • 8.7km

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Pacifica 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 Pacifica Beach?

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

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

Surfing

Is the Pacifica 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 Pacifica Beach are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Pacifica Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Pacifica 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 Pacifica 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 Pacifica Beach?

The bar is located right on the Pacifica Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Pacifica Beach?

There are 181 places to stay in the Pacifica Beach area.

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

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Pacifica Beach from parking?

The Pacifica 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 Pacifica Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Pacifica Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are San Pedro Valley Park located in 3.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Pacifica Beach is September. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 12°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Pacifica 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.Pacifica 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.