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.

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.

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Lisa Alvarez

This beach is truly a delightful destination. As a State Beach, there is a parking fee. The descent to the beach is steep but conveniently paved. Once you reach the bottom, you’ll discover a vast expansive beach. The shared pictures capture the beauty of a July afternoon, featuring radiant sunshine.

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Veronica Ravizza

Come here every year for a family gathering, and it's excellent every single year. Lovely views, good campsites (if you know which ones to pick), and decent utilities. Camp host has always been friendly. Only complaint is the slow progress to repairs at sites, but with a state funded park, it's expected. Plus I found whale bones on the beach this year, which was practically a religious experience

Brian Hatt

Camped here with family for a few days. The first 2 days were like living on the top of a whale's blowhole, if that whale exhaled constantly for 2 days. The wind just wouldn't stop. We went to the beach anyway, and once the surface layer of our skin was sandblasted off, we acclimated and enjoyed our time there. We were in the 1st loop, which is a mixture of tents and RVs (I think maybe all of the loops are). That loop was very quiet and peaceful, even when more people showed up. It's not the best location if you're looking for a lot of tree coverage, but it is beautiful. There are bathrooms with showers, which were fine. Fire pits and tables at the sites. Firewood for sale for $15/bundle.

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Bevz222

It was our first time there and it was really cold so we didn’t stay that long, but we did play a little bit but the kids run along the beach and get some energy out

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J Lynn

Sunset Beach – Watsonville, CA True to its name, Sunset Beach offers absolutely stunning sunset views that are picture-perfect and serene. The soft, clean sand made it a relaxing spot to unwind and take in the natural beauty. In the afternoon, the beach gets quite windy—ideal for flying a kite or simply letting the breeze refresh your senses. One of the most memorable parts of the visit was the abundance of sea life. We were lucky to witness whales putting on a show just off the shore—a magical and unexpected experience. While the waves rolling in made the water look a bit brown, it was fascinating to watch the power of the ocean. However, the rip currents were very strong, making it unsafe for swimming during our visit. With its wide stretch of sand, Sunset Beach is a perfect place for a long, peaceful walk. Whether you’re there for the ocean wildlife, the wind in your hair, or the golden horizon at dusk, it’s a coastal gem worth visiting.

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Youlonda V.

Sunset beach is one of my favorite beach spots. It is best to go on the right day and time of day (secret 😉) when there is great parking and not a lot of people. Note: I do not go to the beach on major holiday weekends so I don’t know how busy this beach is on holiday weekends. The most important for me, there is a bathroom nearby. There are picnic tables available. It is part of California state parks so there is a $10 fee.

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Monica Aquezolo

beautiful place to camp or spend the day, it costs $10 to spend the day and $35 to camp one night. I loved that it is kids and dogs friendly, the camping areas are away from the beach so they have their own space, everything is perfectly well arranged, there are bathrooms with showers, there is a campfire area and picnic areas, access to the beach It is through some dunes which makes it very interesting, the beach is quite clean. The guard at the entrance is very friendly and explains everything you want to know perfectly, such as costs, reservations, waiting lists and places of access. A nice place to repeat and stay

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