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High Hazard
Extreme
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Naturel Bridges Tidepools & Natural Bridges State Beach
Natural Bridges is a scenic beach known for its iconic rock arch, vibrant tidepools, and monarch butterfly migration. Visitors can enjoy wildlife watching, picnicking, and exploring tidepools at low tide. The beach is part of the Natural Bridges State Marine Reserve, a “no take” area where fishing and collecting marine life is prohibited. Tidepool access on the upcoast side can be hazardous; rocks are slippery, and rising tides may block your return. Wear sturdy shoes, check tide charts, and never turn your back on the ocean. Lifeguards are on duty seasonally. If entering the water, check in with the tower lifeguard for current conditions. Due to rocky shoreline and proximity of breaking waves, surfing is for experienced surfers only. For more information about Natural Bridges State Beach, please visit Natural Bridges State Beach. Beach Hours: Sunset - 8AM.
amenities
Beach Access
Metered Parking
Picnic
Restrooms
Visitor Center
activities
Beachcombing
Surfing
Hiking
Photography
Wildlife Viewing
prohibitions
No Alcohol
No Camping
No Dogs
Marine Protected Area
No Drones
No Fire Pits
No Fishing
No Smoking
No Glass
hazards
Rip Currents
Slippery Rocks
Marine Life