Marina State Beach

Marina State Beach is a protected beach on Monterey Bay, located in the city of Marina in Monterey County, California.



Recreation
The park is popular with hang-gliders, paragliders, and kite flyers. It is also a popular spot from which to watch the sun set. Surfers frequent Marina State Beach due to its reliable waves. The 170 acre park was established in 1977.

Natural history
The dunes are some of the highest on the Central California coast, and provide homes to unique wildlife. A short interpretive trail (0.6 miles) provides visitors with information about the habitat and inhabitants of the dunes.