Monterey State Beach

Monterey State Beach
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Monterey State Beach today?

Monterey State Beach sits on the Monterey Bay. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 9413450, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Monterey State Beach?

Park at Monterey State Beach in lots like Waterfront Parking Lot, Window on the Bay, Custom House Parking Lot. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from Paid lot and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Monterey State Beach?

At Monterey State Beach, don't miss the Monterey Clam Chowder at Old Fisherman's Grotto. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Monterey State Beach?

Boats leave Monterey State Beach from Old Fisherman's Wharf, including the Whale Watching Cruise — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Monterey State Beach this week?

Monterey State Beach hosts Wharf Sunset and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Monterey State Beach, the sun sets at 8:01 PM today — about 13h 36m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:25 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Monterey State Beach update at the top of the conditions page.