Almost an afterthought, except for surfers, Corral Beach is almost halfway between Refugio and El Capitan State Parks. The turnoff into the dirt parking area isn’t an easy one but what it offers is quick access to one of the area’s more secluded beaches.
Corral Beach - Gaviota Coast
The Best Beach Walks in Gaviota & Fun Things to do in Gaviota
Overview
Mileage: 1-3 mi •
Region: Gaviota Coast
Things to do: Beach Walking, Running, Dog Walking, Tide Pooling, Surfing, Swimming
Things to do: Beach Walking, Running, Dog Walking, Tide Pooling, Surfing, Swimming
Beach Walk Details
- Length : 1.5 miles east to El Capitan; 1 mile west to Refugio Beach.
- Tide Notes : You can't venture too far either east or west on the beach unless the tide is close to or below 2.0 but you can get around some spots by walking on the bike path.
- Cautions : You have to cross the railroad tracks which can be very dangerous, especially with kids. Steep bank to descend onto the bike path.
- UseFees : None
- Canine : Dogs are not allowed on state park beaches and access to Corral Beach is on state park land.
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Beach Regions:
Gaviota Coast
Beach Activities :
Beach Walking
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Running
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Dog Walking
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Tide Pooling
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Surfing
,
Swimming
Links & Resources
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Driving Directions
Get Directions to Corral Beach which is located at 34.46248,-120.044131.
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Beach Walk Details
- Length : 1.5 miles east to El Capitan; 1 mile west to Refugio Beach.
- Tide Notes : You can't venture too far either east or west on the beach unless the tide is close to or below 2.0 but you can get around some spots by walking on the bike path.
- Cautions : You have to cross the railroad tracks which can be very dangerous, especially with kids. Steep bank to descend onto the bike path.
- UseFees : None
- Canine : Dogs are not allowed on state park beaches and access to Corral Beach is on state park land.
Access / Parking
Things to Know
Take care exiting the highway and returning onto it. There is no formally constructed path leading down to the beach. Take care when crossing the train tracks when walking down to and back up from the beach.
Good surf when it's up!
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Last Updated: Monday, November 10, 2014
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