Rincon Beach

Public Parking

Bates Beach (Primary Public Access)

• Located just north of Rincon along Highway 101.

• California State Beach parking lot.

• Paid parking (check current daily rates).

• From the lot, walk south along the beach approximately 5–10 minutes to reach the Cove and main point.

Important Notes

• Rincon Point Road is gated and private (no public access).

• There is no legal freeway shoulder parking.

• Do not block residential or emergency access roads.

• Parking fills quickly on good swell days — arrive early.

• Be mindful of tides; high tide reduces walking space along the cobblestones.