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Photo: Nature's Water Colors, Salt Creek Beach, CA (29169579913) by Don Graham from Redlands, CA, USA - God bless it! (CC BY-SA 2.0) License
Salt Creek Beach
Beach
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Streamflow 2 ft³/s
- Gage height 10.77 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ARROYO TRABUCO A SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CA (3.6 mi away), as of Oct 19, 11:30 PM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 11047300, as of Oct 19, 11:30 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 1 ft³/s over 42 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 19, 11:30 PM gauge-local time
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
- A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10 NM and other areas. — NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
- A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10 NM and other areas. — NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
A steep hike from a parking lot leads to this sandy beach offering surfing & swimming.
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Weather at Salt Creek Beach
70°F, Clear · H 72° / L 68° · 7% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 72° L: 68°
Clear

70°
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Feels like 72°
Precipitation
7%
Humidity
76%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM

71°
3 AM

71°
6 AM

70°
9 AM

71°
12 PM

72°
3 PM

71°
6 PM

69°
9 PM

69°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Salt Creek Beach?
- Salt Creek Beach is a beach in California.
- Can you swim at Salt Creek Beach?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 19, 2026.
- How is Salt Creek Beach rated?
- Salt Creek Beach in California has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 2216 reviews.
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Location & Contact
California 92629
California 92629
🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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