More Mesa Beach is a lesser-known beach located in More Mesa Park in Santa Barbara, USA. The beach is situated beneath bluffs and is relatively narrow.
Trails for hiking and mountain biking can be found on the private land behind the beach. More Mesa Beach is recognized for its clothing-optional policy.
Access to the beach can be gained via Mockingbird Lane or South Patterson Avenue, although the path down to the beach is steep and has steps. A paved multi-use trail runs behind the beach and connects to Goleta and Santa Barbara.
The More Mesa Preservation Coalition is striving to conserve the land, which is mostly privately owned and designated as environmentally sensitive. Dogs are permitted on the beach.
Visitor reviews highlight the rugged and serene nature of the beach, with beautiful open areas and seals basking on rocks. However, some visitors complain about the nude sunbathers and creepy old men, while others note that the beach is in poor condition with tarry sand and limited space. Visitors recommend bringing food as there are no seaside restaurants.
If you’re visiting More Mesa Beach, consider staying in the nearby neighborhoods of Goleta or Isla Vista, which offer a variety of accommodations and easy access to the beach. Most visitors include More Mesa Beach as part of a broader itinerary exploring Santa Barbara's scenic coastline and outdoor activities.
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Latitude: 34.4178047 / Longitude: -119.7915786
More Mesa Beach is located in Santa Barbara. The following map of More Mesa Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 15.4°C/22.8°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 26°C |
| Sea Temperature | 19.9 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.9 m |
| Rain Chance | 1% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:28/19:32 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 7.35 |
| Cloud Cover | 65% |
| Speed | 14 km/h |
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| Gusts | 16.9 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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