Carmel River Beach Trail

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(2.5K) · Beach in Carmel, United States
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On Carmel Bay, the mile-long beach features a bird sanctuary in a lagoon (just before the Carmel River empties into the sea) featuring a wide …

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Jan 5, 2025
Beautiful white sand beach to enjoy the ocean. To the north, rocks, which allow for some beautiful views, rock climbing, and tidepools. To the south, the Carmel River empties into the Pacific Ocean…Full review by Jaskel08
Jun 13, 2024
The sand is soft and perfect for relaxing or taking a nice walk on the beach. The water is clear and there is little seaweed however it is very cold so I personally wouldn't plan on swimming long. In…Full review by RoseInTheDesert
May 9, 2024
Broad sandy beach overlooking the Point Lobos Peninsula and right at the edge of the housing sections of Carmel. Not enough parking when busy, however. There was a lifeguard station and bathrooms, ye…Full review by Bart C

Questions & answers

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How many stairs down to the beach or is it a path?
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The beach slopes up to the sidewalk not requiring steps. Further down the sand hills are steeper
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Are the beaches wheelchair accessible
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Carmel City Beach isn't, as it's below a cliff,but there's an accessible wood plank pathway to an overlook. Carmel State Beach is flat, and goes past the paved parking lot. A …
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Carmel City Beach isn't, as it's below a cliff,but there's an accessible wood plank pathway to an overlook. Carmel State Beach is flat, and goes past the paved parking lot. A wheelchair will have to stop at the edge of the parking lot, which is about 400' from the water. As there are no concessionaires at either beach, beach wheelchairs aren't available.
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Where are dog friendly places to eat that have entertainment?
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Try Dametra Cafe. We saw several people with dogs last night. While they don't have "entertainment ", they sing and dance with the customers during the evening. Reservations are a must!
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Are we able to BBQ there? Put up a volleyball net and have a bonfire?
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There is a volleyball area so yes bring a net. There may be one there. Bbq and bonfires have changed. I think only locals can have bonfires :(
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Does the beach park close at 2pm on Saturdays?
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Yes! I googled it. Closes 2:00 on Saturday. closed on Sunday.
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