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1. Who’s coming? A dog selects Dogs allowed. Kids suggests lifeguard coverage and restrooms; you can adjust these below.
Just us Kids A dog Family & friends
2. What do you need? Choose a priority, then tap an option. Tap a selected option to clear it.
Must have Would like
Must have filters; Would like ranks. Verified at the recommended entrance.
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Lifeguards Restrooms Free parking & entry Dogs allowed Surfing Beach driving Step-free route
About these choices ⓘ Lifeguard coverage is a program, not live tower duty. Beach driving may require permits, residency or a suitable vehicle; an open gate is not promised. Step-free routes end at sand, not necessarily at the water.
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More beach-day options ✕ Must have Would like
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Accessibility Access mat Beach wheelchair No stairs
About these choices ⓘ Routes without stairs can still include soft sand. Mats may leave a sand gap. Wheelchair service may need advance booking or off-site pickup. None establishes a continuous route to the water.
Facilities Shower / rinse Picnic shelter Food at entrance
About these choices ⓘ Showers and food are documented at the selected entrance. Picnic shelters are park facilities, not shade on the beach.
Water & snorkeling Would like only
Typically clear water Shore snorkeling Offshore excursions
About these choices ⓘ Preference only: typical clarity is editorial, not today’s visibility or swimming safety. Shore snorkeling and offshore excursions are separate; tours do not establish shore access. Unknowns receive no preference boost.
Special activities Clothing-optional area
About these choices ⓘ Only verified clothing-optional areas qualify as required matches. Other destinations with distinct status notes appear separately; topless permission is not full-nudity permission.
3. What kind of day? (optional) Choose one to guide ranking. Based on existing editorial assessments, not today’s crowds, calm water or swimming safety. Tap again to clear.
Required surfing suitability limits matches; a surfing day prioritizes stronger editorial suitability.
Swim & relax Family outing Quiet & nature Lively & near food Surfing Fishing & beachcombing
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Distances are straight-line estimates to approximate shoreline references, not driving miles, travel times or entrance coordinates. County/area distances start at an approximate shoreline center. Islands may need bridges, ferries or boats; check the guide’s arrival route.
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