Where Is Asilomar State Beach?

Asilomar State Beach, officially Asilomar State Beach and Conference Grounds State Park, is a state park unit of California, United States. It provides public access to rocky coast and dune habitat on the Monterey Peninsula.

Where do you park at Asilomar State Beach?

Parking is in designated areas along the shoulder of the road along Sunset. Directions to Asilomar State Beach: From the East (Salinas/Hwy 101/Hwy 68): Take State Highway 68 West from Salinas. Take State Highway 1 south towards Monterey.

Can you swim at Asilomar?

Swimming and wading are not advised due to dangerous currents at Asilomar State Beach, so the beach is mainly for strolling and relaxing. 4. North of the beach, take the 1-mile Asilomar Coastal Trail along spectacular rocky outcrops and coves. The sandy path follows Sunset Drive the entire way.

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