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Carmel River State Beach
This 1-mile long stretch of beach is the clear highlight of this 297-acre park in Carmel.
Plan Around Carmel River State Beach
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Carmel River State Beach Details
This 1-mile long stretch of beach is the clear highlight of this 297-acre park in Carmel. It is sandwiched between a deep lagoon and the Pacific Ocean with soft, white sand to lay out on. Although it is not the safest beach for swimming (the waves can be extremely rough and the dropoff from the beach dangerously steep), it is a popular spot for kayakers and scuba divers. It is also a great birdwatching destination, as the lagoon is home to many native and migratory species.
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