Carmel Beach

This beach is as scenic as is gets with its soft sand and swaying cypress trees. The nearby seaside village is also incredibly charming and complete with plenty of local shops and dining options.

For a quintessential beach town retreat on the country’s west coast, consider visiting Carmel Beach on the scenic Monterey Peninsula. This stretch of beautiful blue water, soft white sand, and majestic cypress trees is a picture-perfect destination. Even better, Carmel Beach is a dog-friendly area, so you can experience this stunning location with your best friend. The beachside cottages that line the shore make for the perfect places to stay during visits and allow you to maximize your time partaking in your favorite beach pastimes like swimming, surfing, walking, swimming, fishing, and sunbathing. There is ample parking close to the beach and restrooms for your convenience, as well.

The Carmel-by-the-Sea village is also as charming as it gets. With its abundance of boutiques, local eateries, galleries, wineries, and gorgeous architecture, Carmel-by-the-Sea has no shortage of things to do. Of course there are also the sunsets that bless Carmel Beach each evening, painting the sky with vibrant hues that will leave you in awe. This is a top-notch place to enjoy hunting for seashells, seaside picnics, or simply the beyond peaceful coastal landscape. Carmel Beach is an idyllic destination for anyone looking for pristine coastal ambience and unmatched beauty.