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The Lost Coast
Beach · Ferndale, California
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy 46213, as of Aug 22, 10:30 PM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy 46213 (20.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:30 PM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Lost Coast?
- The Lost Coast is a beach in Ferndale, California.
- What is the water temperature at The Lost Coast?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at The Lost Coast in Ferndale, California is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46213, 20.5 miles away.
- Can you swim at The Lost Coast?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is The Lost Coast rated?
- The Lost Coast in Ferndale, California has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 55 reviews.
- What amenities does The Lost Coast have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at The Lost Coast include camping-nearby.
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- ›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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