RCA Beach is a beach situated in the southern end of Point Reyes Peninsula in Marin County, USA, where clothing-optional sunbathing is permitted. The access to the beach by steep trails has become overgrown and hazardous, presenting a challenge to visitors.
However, the more convenient way to reach the beach is by walking south on the beach from Palomarin Beach, a well-known trailhead in Point Reyes National Seashore. The Palomarin parking lot is located at the very end of Mesa Road, allowing easy access to both Palomarin Beach and RCA Beach.
Despite its challenging access, RCA Beach is a well-liked destination for those seeking a clothing-optional experience in a secluded and picturesque location. Visitors are advised to exercise caution when traversing the steep trails and to be aware of the tide when walking on the beach.
Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the solitude, scenery, and interesting tidepools of the beach. Visitors also appreciate having the beach to themselves. However, visitors complain about overgrown vegetation on the path to the beach, the rocky beach with little sand, and the unpleasant smell of a nearby waterfall. One visitor simply states that it was the worst beach they've been to.
Most visitors choose to stay in the nearby town of Point Reyes Station, which offers a range of accommodations and easy access to the Point Reyes National Seashore. Alternatively, some prefer the quaint inns and bed-and-breakfasts found in Bolinas, a small coastal town known for its artistic community and scenic views.
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Latitude: 37.9232594 / Longitude: -122.7352077
RCA Beach is located in Marin County. The following map of RCA Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 13°C/15.7°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 14.5°C |
| Sea Temperature | 13.4 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.1 m |
| Rain Chance | 4% |
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| Rainfall | 0.6 mm |
| Rain Duration | 4 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:09/20:25 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 1.2 hrs |
| UV Index | 7.15 |
| Cloud Cover | 99% |
| Speed | 18.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 34.9 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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