Photo of Drake beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Drake beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Drake beach with long straight shore

Photo of Drake beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Drake beach located in natural area

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Photo of Drake beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.9

Very good

Drake beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Drake beach?

There are 3 places to stay in the Drake beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5710717&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2693891&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Quails Nest Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5995320&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!</a></li></ul>

Inverness, United States

#57 out of 385 in California

7.9

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Seahaven • 12.3 km

Map of beach

National Park Point Reyes

3.6km

Park Point Reyes National Seashore

7.1km

Hiking Area Bayview Trail

8.4km

Hiking Area Coast Trail Trailhead

8.8km

Hiking Area Laguna Trailhead

9.2km

Landmark Elephant Seal Overlook

3.8km

Historical Landmark Historic Point Reyes Lifeboat Station

3.8km

Historical Landmark Point Reyes Lighthouse Parking Area

5.5km

Historical Landmark Point Reyes Lighthouse

6.5km

Historical Landmark Drakes Estero

6.7km

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About

Drake beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 57th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 142.3 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Seahaven settlement, just 12.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Drake 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. There are also some surf spots.

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

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Drakes Beach, which has a rating of 7.3.

Drake beach (California) is located outside the Seahaven 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 Drake 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

+19 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

8.2 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Seahaven • 12.3 km

Map of beach

National Park Point Reyes

3.6km

Park Point Reyes National Seashore

7.1km

Hiking Area Bayview Trail

8.4km

Hiking Area Coast Trail Trailhead

8.8km

Hiking Area Laguna Trailhead

9.2km

Landmark Elephant Seal Overlook

3.8km

Historical Landmark Historic Point Reyes Lifeboat Station

3.8km

Historical Landmark Point Reyes Lighthouse Parking Area

5.5km

Historical Landmark Point Reyes Lighthouse

6.5km

Historical Landmark Drakes Estero

6.7km

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Stays nearby

3 accomodations nearby

Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park

11.7km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Modern Home with Panoramic Views and Centrally located in Point Reyes National Park

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Located at nearest locality

Seahaven • 2km from center

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Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!

14.8km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Serene Bungalow-Style Home in Point Reyes Station!

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Located at nearest locality

Seahaven • 7.7km from center

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15km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

The Quails Nest Cottage

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Seahaven • 6.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

What to do in Drake 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 Drake 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

60m 1 min walk

Drakes Beach Drakes Beach

7.3 Good

6.8km

Limantour Beach Limantour Beach

7.6 Very good

9.6km

Santa Maria Beach Santa Maria Beach

7.5 Very good

12.7km

Kelham Beach Kelham Beach

7.4 Good

14.3km

Kehoe Beach Kehoe Beach

6.7 Good

16.8km

Wildcat Beach Wildcat Beach

7.9 Very good

17.8km

McClures Beach McClures Beach

7.5 Very good

27.9km

Bolinas Beach Bolinas Beach

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Seahaven • 12.3km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 142.3km

Transport

Airport

NOT • 37.8km

Bus Station

Inverness Store • 12.3km

Train Station

Novato • 35.8km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.9 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.9 Very good

Aria Sterling

10 Exceptional

Elephant seals relaxing, strong winds, and big waves create a memorable Pacific coast adventure. The parking lot is located at the visitor center, which also has restrooms and a seasonal restaurant. It's a great spot to take a walk and soak in the salty, humid air.

March 2024

Nolan Thorsen

10 Exceptional

This beach offers a picturesque drive through lush green hills and pastures, leading to sandy cliffs that overlook a beach filled with elephant seals and giant banana slugs. It's a must-visit for those who love exploring and sightseeing.

March 2024

Kiran Voss

10 Exceptional

Male elephant seals have arrived at the beach. In a few weeks, females will arrive to give birth, and the beach will soon be filled with hundreds of them.

March 2024

Luna Reed

10 Exceptional

This beach is a great spot to catch the annual Sand Castle competition at Pt Reyes National Seashore on the last Saturday of August, just before Labor Day weekend. There is a large parking lot nearby and a building with a small cafe/food store that offers hot beverages and snacks on select weekends. Be sure to check the Pt Reyes National Seashore website in the spring, as the beach may be closed to the public during seal pupping season.

March 2024

Sarina Devi

10 Exceptional

This beach is definitely one of the best I've been to. When we arrived on a Monday morning around 11 am, we had the whole place to ourselves for about 30 minutes. The water was clean and felt refreshing on our feet. What stood out to me the most about this beach was its appearance. The cliffs and clean golden sand made it quite photogenic, and the sand wasn't blowing all over the place. In front of the parking area, there is a small pond with several ducks. The restrooms are tucked inside the visitor center.

March 2024

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Drake beach?

The coastline of Drake 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 Drake beach?

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

The Drake beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Drake beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Drake beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Drake 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 gentle.

Is the Drake beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Drake beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Drake beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Drake beach?

There are 3 places to stay in the Drake beach area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Drake beach from parking?

The Drake beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Drake beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Drake 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?

Drake 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.Drake 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.