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Photo: Fort Bragg CA Glass Beach King Tide by Ellin Beltz (Public domain) License

Glass Beach

Tourist attraction · Fort Bragg, California

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 58°F (15°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy 46014 (18.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 8:00 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — NOAA buoy 46014, as of Oct 20, 8:00 AM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 58°F at Glass Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todayWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
Glass Beach near Fort Bragg is carpeted in smooth, jewel-like pebbles of sea glass — the tumbled remains of an early-20th-century seaside dump, polished by the Pacific over decades into glittering treasure. Look, but leave the glass behind.

Weather at Glass Beach

49°F, Overcast · H 58° / L 49° · 23% chance of rain
H: 58° L: 49°
Overcast
Overcast
49°
|
Feels like 47°
Precipitation
23%
Humidity
77%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
51°
3 AM
Overcast
49°
6 AM
Overcast
51°
9 AM
Overcast
54°
12 PM
Overcast
58°
3 PM
Overcast
57°
6 PM
Overcast
55°
9 PM
Overcast
54°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Glass Beach?
Glass Beach is a tourist attraction in Fort Bragg, California.
What is the water temperature at Glass Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Glass Beach in Fort Bragg, California is 58°F (15°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46014, 18.1 miles away.
Can you swim at Glass Beach?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Glass Beach rated?
Glass Beach in Fort Bragg, California has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 765 reviews.

Location & Contact

Glass Beach Dr, Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Fort Bragg, California 95437

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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