Sculptured Beach is situated in the southern part of Point Reyes National Seashore, Marin County, USA. Visitors can access the beach either by walking or mountain biking on the Coast Trail from Point Reyes Hostel or by walking south from Santa Maria Beach during low tide, with caution.
The beach is renowned for its natural rock sculptures, tide pools, and seclusion that is attributed to the steep bluffs behind it. At the southern end of Sculptured Beach, visitors can access Secret Beach. The beach is occasionally considered clothing-optional.
Visitors can opt to book rooms at Point Reyes Hostel or camp at Coast Camp above Santa Maria Beach. Sculptured Beach is an excellent option for those seeking a unique and secluded beach experience.
Visitor reviews highlight that Sculptured Beach at Point Reyes National Seashore is a long and beautiful beach with sculptured cliffs and tide pools. Visitors can also access a secret beach called Point Reyes Crater by hiking for about 2 miles. However, visitors complain about the small parking lot with only 15 spots and the presence of flies that can make it difficult to enjoy the beach.
If you’re planning a trip to Sculptured Beach, consider staying at Point Reyes Hostel, which offers convenient access to the beach via the Coast Trail. Alternatively, visitors can camp at Coast Camp, located just above Santa Maria Beach, for a more immersive nature experience.
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Latitude: 38.0102031 / Longitude: -122.8447146
Sculptured Beach is located in Marin County. The following map of Sculptured Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 8.7°C/12.5°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 12°C |
| Sea Temperature | 13.5 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.9 m |
| Rain Chance | 3% |
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| Rainfall | 0.8 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:22/16:54 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 1.7 hrs |
| UV Index | 3 |
| Cloud Cover | 98% |
| Speed | 9.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 20.2 km/h |
| Direction | SE |
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