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Marina State Beach

Marina

Massive dunes and steady winds make this quiet stretch of coast a launch pad for hang gliders soaring over Monterey Bay. The sandy Dune Nature Trail leads to sweeping views of the Marine Sanctuary, where you might spot dolphins playing in the kelp forests below.

Dramatic sand dunes
Hang gliding launch point
Panoramic Monterey Bay views
Quiet uncrowded shoreline

Tips

🌅park and watch sunset from your car with snacks
👟wear sturdy shoes for the sandy uphill trail
🪁bring a kite, the steady winds are perfect

Marina State Beach

200 Reservation Rd, Marina, CA 93933, USA