Description:
North Marina is a nice beach long used by local residents.
Description: A sunbathing area in the sand dunes. Can be foggy and cold in summer (yes, summer!)
Who's at North Marina Beach: Mostly local residents
North Marina Beach Facilities: Restrooms on the road leading into the hang gliding center parking lot
North Marina Beach
Activities: Swimming not recommended. Waves are very hazardous
Driving: Just south of Castroville on CA 1. Exit at Reservation Road and turn west off exit ramp (toward the water). Turn right onto Dunes Drive, past the Marina Dunes Resort
Parking: Park along the road or in the small parking area. If Dunes Drive is parked full, go back and park at the parking lot near the hang gliding center
Walking: From Dunes Drive, follow the path from the yellow vehicle gate across the dunes