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Rio Del Mar Beach
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Rio Del Mar Beach is a unit of Seacliff State Beach and is the main beach in the community of Rio Del Mar in Aptos.
At Rio Del Mar Beach visitors can enjoy surfing, fishing, picnicking, swimming, jogging, walking, bike riding and bonfires. This dog-friendly beach is perfect for walking your furring friend, be sure to keep your dog on a leash. A long, paved promenade is also great for strollers, roller skates, wheelchairs and long walks in view of the surf.
Aptos Creek ends at this beach and during the summer, this creek forms a lagoon that transforms the beach. During the winter, beachgoers can huddle around the bonfire with friends at one of the State Parks-provided fire rings.
amenities
Metered Parking
Picnic
Restrooms
Showers
Leashed Dogs
Accessibility Mat
activities
Surfing
Swimming
Volleyball
prohibitions
No Alcohol
No Camping
No Cars on Sand
No Drones
No Fire Pits
No Smoking
hazards
Large Waves
Rip Currents
Stingrays
Swim at your Own Risk
Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments. Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time. Actual conditions may differ. Lifeguards are not always on duty or available. Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you.
Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.