Photo of China Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of China Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of China Beach with straight shore

Photo of China Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

7.1

Good

China Beach

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on China Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Tal-Y-Tara Restaurant (Closed For Renovations) is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

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

There are 493 places to stay in the China Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of China Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=56008&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Inn at Golden Gate</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><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9181813&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beautiful Edwardian Victorian Homestay B&B</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6062122&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Richmond Charmer</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8451491&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Adorable 2bd by the Beach,GGP,UCSF with Parking</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8584740&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">SF Newly Remodeled Charming home With 100% Walking Score</a></li></ul>

Richmond District, United States

#269 out of 385 in California

7.1

Good

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

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Located within the settlement

San Francisco • 6.4 km

Map of beach

Cafe Tal-Y-Tara Restaurant (Closed For Renovations)

9.2 - Excellent 650m

Bar Lincoln Park Bar & Grill

9 - Excellent 660m

Restaurant El Mansour Restaurant

9 - Excellent 740m

Cafe Garden House Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 740m

Bar Izakaya Links Sushi Bar

9 - Excellent 750m

Bar Akiba Karaoke

9 - Excellent 760m

Cafe Hard Knox Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 850m

Restaurant India Clay Oven

8.2 - Very good 860m

Restaurant Pizzetta 211

9.4 - Excellent 880m

Park Golden Gate Park

2.2km

Park Japanese Tea Garden

2.7km

Park Crissy Field

2.8km

Hiking Area Point Bonita Trail

5km

Hiking Area South Rodeo Beach Trail

5.3km

Hiking Area Rodeo Lagoon Vista Point

5.4km

Hiking Area South Rodeo Beach

5.6km

Hiking Area Bobcat trailhead

5.7km

Park Miwok Trail Trailhead

5.8km

Tourist Attraction Seacliff San Francisco

9.6 - Exceptional 130m

Museum Legion of Honor

890m

Tourist Attraction Holy Virgin Cathedral

9.6 - Exceptional 1000m

Tourist Attraction Lands End Lookout

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Batteries to Bluffs Trail

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Battery McKinnon-Stotsenburg (1898)

4.6 - Tolerable 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Mountain Lake Park

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Battery Godfrey

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Presidio Amatury Park

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Stadium Oracle Park

8.9km

Historical Landmark The Painted Ladies

5.2km

Historical Landmark Coit Tower

7.6km

Historical Landmark Ferry Building

8.5km

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About

China Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 269th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 124 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of San Francisco settlement, just 6.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a straight 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.

China Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, showers. .

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 at some distance, within 300 meters.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Baker Beach, which has a rating of 7.5.

China Beach is located in California within San Francisco, 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

San Francisco • 6.4 km

Map of beach

Cafe Tal-Y-Tara Restaurant (Closed For Renovations)

9.2 - Excellent 650m

Bar Lincoln Park Bar & Grill

9 - Excellent 660m

Restaurant El Mansour Restaurant

9 - Excellent 740m

Cafe Garden House Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 740m

Bar Izakaya Links Sushi Bar

9 - Excellent 750m

Bar Akiba Karaoke

9 - Excellent 760m

Cafe Hard Knox Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 850m

Restaurant India Clay Oven

8.2 - Very good 860m

Restaurant Pizzetta 211

9.4 - Excellent 880m

Park Golden Gate Park

2.2km

Park Japanese Tea Garden

2.7km

Park Crissy Field

2.8km

Hiking Area Point Bonita Trail

5km

Hiking Area South Rodeo Beach Trail

5.3km

Hiking Area Rodeo Lagoon Vista Point

5.4km

Hiking Area South Rodeo Beach

5.6km

Hiking Area Bobcat trailhead

5.7km

Park Miwok Trail Trailhead

5.8km

Tourist Attraction Seacliff San Francisco

9.6 - Exceptional 130m

Museum Legion of Honor

890m

Tourist Attraction Holy Virgin Cathedral

9.6 - Exceptional 1000m

Tourist Attraction Lands End Lookout

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Batteries to Bluffs Trail

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Battery McKinnon-Stotsenburg (1898)

4.6 - Tolerable 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Mountain Lake Park

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Battery Godfrey

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Presidio Amatury Park

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Stadium Oracle Park

8.9km

Historical Landmark The Painted Ladies

5.2km

Historical Landmark Coit Tower

7.6km

Historical Landmark Ferry Building

8.5km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

My Rosegarden Guest Rooms

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 5.3km from center

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Adorable 2bd by the Beach,GGP,UCSF with Parking

1.5km from the beach

7.3 Good

Adorable 2bd by the Beach,GGP,UCSF with Parking

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 7.2km from center

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Beautiful Edwardian Victorian Homestay B&B

1.6km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Beautiful Edwardian Victorian Homestay B&B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 6.3km from center

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2.3km from the beach

Richmond Charmer

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 4.4km from center

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SF Newly Remodeled Charming home With 100% Walking Score

2.4km from the beach

8.1 Very good

SF Newly Remodeled Charming home With 100% Walking Score

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 4km from center

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2.5km from the beach

Bright Spacious 2bdr & 2bath Apt by Golden Gate Park and Presidio

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 3.9km from center

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San Francisco Retreat Just Steps from Golden Gate Park and Ocean Beach! home

2.9km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

San Francisco Retreat Just Steps from Golden Gate Park and Ocean Beach! home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 5.3km from center

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3.1km from the beach

California Vacation Rental Near Ocean Beach

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 7.8km from center

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Sunset Edwardian Bed and Breakfast At Golden Gate Park San Francisco

3.4km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Sunset Edwardian Bed and Breakfast At Golden Gate Park San Francisco

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 5.4km from center

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3.6km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Golden Gate Park Sweet Home- 3 Bedrooms

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 5.8km from center

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4.1km from the beach

7.2 Good

Inn at Golden Gate

Motel

Located at nearest locality

San Francisco • 3.2km from center

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4.5km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Podshare San Francisco Marina

Hostel

Brisbane • 3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

What to do in China 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 China 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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Nearest Beaches

950m 12 min walk

Baker Beach Baker Beach

7.5 Very good

1.3km 17 min walk

Mile Rock Beach Mile Rock Beach

6.7 Good

2.9km

Ocean Beach III Ocean Beach III

7.4 Good

3.6km

Ocean Beach II Ocean Beach II

7.4 Good

4.3km

Black Sands Beach Black Sands Beach

7.3 Good

4.3km

Kirby Beach Kirby Beach

7.3 Good

6km

Ocean Beach Ocean Beach

7.4 Good

6.2km

Rodeo Beach Rodeo Beach

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

San Francisco • 6.4km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 124km

Transport

Airport

JCC • 2.5km

Bus Station

25th Ave & California St • 750m

Train Station

Embarcadero • 8.3km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.1 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.1 Good

Saira Khan

10 Exceptional

The breathtaking scenery at this beach left me in awe. Upon arrival, the serene atmosphere was a welcome surprise as the crowd was scarce. The picturesque view of the bridge and the vast ocean is an absolute delight to the eyes. Additionally, I had the pleasure of spotting a hummingbird, adding to the already fantastic experience. I highly recommend visiting this beach, especially if you're interested in trying out electric scooters.

March 2023

Nikolai Petrovichov

10 Exceptional

I've had the pleasure of visiting this beach twice and I'm already planning my third visit. It's a hidden gem located in one of San Francisco's most affluent neighborhoods, with the Swiss embassy conveniently located nearby (perhaps it's fate?). While public amenities such as showers are no longer available, there are still honey bucket restrooms for visitors to use. The beach is divided by a rock formation into two sections, one smaller and more secluded than the other. Occasionally, you may even spot some nudists enjoying the privacy of the smaller section. San Francisco truly has something special to offer.

March 2023

Vidcup clips

8 Very good

China Beach may appear to be a picturesque paradise with a stunning backdrop of the Golden Gate Bridge, but don't be fooled by its facade. The parking lot is a breeding ground for theft, so be sure to leave your valuables at home.

March 2023

Javier Sanchez

10 Exceptional

Upon my initial visit to the beach, I was taken aback by the picturesque view of the bridge. Despite the beach's diminutive size, it was still a delightful sight to behold and pleasantly unpopulated.

March 2023

Avery Johnson.

8 Very good

The beach is decent, with a stunning view of the Golden Gate. Access is convenient thanks to the ramp and stairs, although ascending the latter can be challenging. The shoreline is divided into two sections - one with a firm surface and the other a smooth stretch of sand. Additionally, there is an abandoned structure whose original purpose eludes me.

March 2023

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of China Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at China Beach?

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

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

Surfing

Is the China 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.

China Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

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

Is the China 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 China 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

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on China Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Tal-Y-Tara Restaurant (Closed For Renovations) is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the China Beach?

There are 493 places to stay in the China Beach area.

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

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the China Beach from parking?

The China 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.

Are there any attractions nearby China Beach?

There are 4 attractions near China Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Seacliff San Francisco located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in China 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?

China 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.China 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.