









Palm Beach State Park
Watsonville
Soft dunes and uncrowded beaches an hour south of San Jose. Dogs on leash welcome, plus picnic areas tucked behind windbreak trees for perfect cookouts.
Uncrowded beach escape
Dog-friendly shoreline
Dune hiking trails
Picnic and BBQ area
Tips
🏖️"one of gazillion beautiful uncrowded Californian beaches"
💨check wind conditions before heading out
📚grab a free park pass at your local library
Palm Beach State Park
WatsonvilleOpen










Soft dunes and uncrowded beaches an hour south of San Jose. Dogs on leash welcome, plus picnic areas tucked behind windbreak trees for perfect cookouts.
Uncrowded beach escape
Dog-friendly shoreline
Dune hiking trails
Picnic and BBQ area
Tips
🏖️"one of gazillion beautiful uncrowded Californian beaches"
💨check wind conditions before heading out
📚grab a free park pass at your local library