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Clam Beach County Park
Park · McKinleyville, 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 22, 7:45 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.
Live data from NOAA buoy TDPC1 (3.8 mi away), as of Aug 22, 7:45 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Clam Beach County Park?
- Clam Beach County Park is a park in McKinleyville, California.
- What is the water temperature at Clam Beach County Park?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Clam Beach County Park in McKinleyville, California is 57°F (14°C), measured by NOAA buoy TDPC1, 3.8 miles away.
- Can you swim at Clam Beach County Park?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Clam Beach County Park rated?
- Clam Beach County Park in McKinleyville, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 289 reviews.
- What amenities does Clam Beach County Park have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Clam Beach County Park include camping-nearby.
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Clam Beach Dr, McKinleyville, CA 95519
McKinleyville, California 95519
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