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San Carlos Beach Park

Park · Monterey, California

4.7(1562 reviews)
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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 66°F (19°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy MEYC1 (0.6 mi away), as of Oct 29, 8:36 AM UTC.

  • A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for San Francisco; North Bay Interior Valleys; San Francisco Bay Shoreline; Northern Monterey Bay and other areas. — NWS San Francisco CA
Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy MEYC1, as of Oct 29, 8:36 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.

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It’s 66°F at San Carlos Beach Park now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

camping-nearbyPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance

2.87-acre city park offering footpaths, benches, landscaped turf & scenic bay views.

What’s swimming here?

Fish recorded within 2 km: Blue Rockfish, Painted Greenling, Blackeye Goby and 96 more species.

99 fish species in 745 public records within 2 km of San Carlos Beach Park since 2000.

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Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (PISCO fish transects, iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS), The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is San Carlos Beach Park?
San Carlos Beach Park is a park in Monterey, California.
What is the water temperature at San Carlos Beach Park?
As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at San Carlos Beach Park in Monterey, California is 66°F (19°C), measured by NOAA buoy MEYC1, 0.6 miles away.
Can you swim at San Carlos Beach Park?
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 29, 2026.
How is San Carlos Beach Park rated?
San Carlos Beach Park in Monterey, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 1562 reviews.
What amenities does San Carlos Beach Park have?
Visitor-listed amenities at San Carlos Beach Park include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

100 Reeside Ave, Monterey, CA 93940

Monterey, California 93940

💡 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

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

⛺ Camping nearby🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Playground
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