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College Cove Beach
Beach · Trinidad, California
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — NOAA buoy TDPC1, as of Aug 21, 7:45 PM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy TDPC1 (0.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 7:45 PM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is College Cove Beach?
- College Cove Beach is a beach in Trinidad, California.
- What is the water temperature at College Cove Beach?
- As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at College Cove Beach in Trinidad, California is 57°F (14°C), measured by NOAA buoy TDPC1, 0.7 miles away.
- Can you swim at College Cove Beach?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 21, 2026.
- How is College Cove Beach rated?
- College Cove Beach in Trinidad, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 566 reviews.
- What amenities does College Cove Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at College Cove Beach include camping-nearby.
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