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Sunset State Beach
Sunset State Beach is a popular beach located in Watsonville, California. It is a part of the California State Park system and is located on the Monterey Bay. The beach is known for its stunning sunsets, which can be seen from the beach or from the nearby cliffs. The beach is also popular for its surfing, fishing, and swimming. There are also picnic areas, restrooms, and a campground. The beach is open year-round and is a great spot for a day trip or a weekend getaway.
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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User Reviews
Ann Berry
Nice campground but some spaces are close to a neighbor. You do not have direct access to the beach but have about 1/4 miles walk depending on location of site. The south loop is closest to beach and a nice overlook. I was there is May and just about have the beach to myself on a weekday.
Brandon
Sunset is my favorite beach to come to when on vacation, super clean, quiet, and way more private than most beaches I’ve been to. The beach feels almost untouched, and there’s usually very few people, which makes it perfect for relaxing or just walking, it’s very peaceful. The campsites are nice too, tucked into the pine trees. Everything is well-maintained, and it just feels peaceful, like a real escape. I’ve been coming here for over 15 years and will definitely continue
Lara Kilpatrick
We love the wide open expanse of this beach! On the off-season there are very few people visiting. The vistas and reflection of the sky in the ebbing waves is a wonder-full sight. We enjoy shell seeking.
Brooke Secor
Super nice camping spot with beach access. Not close enough to walk for kids but you can drive down. Nice paved roads for biking around the campground but steep hill to the ocean.
KDG
Absolutely beautiful, but if you’re hoping to get out of your car and step out on the beach, it ain’t happening. There’s a steep twenty step stairway, followed by a 170 step walk downhill to the beach. For some reason it was 200+ steps up from the beach. Blame Einstein and his theory of relativity. Dogs must be on leashes. Fire’s are okay in the provided metal barrels along the beach. It’s $10 for a day pass, more for overnight camping. There’s limited parking, maybe twenty spaces. There are grills and picnic tables by the parking area. There are restrooms near where you pay for parking.