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Privates Beach, also known as Opal Cliffs Beach, is a beach located in the Opal Cliffs area of Santa Cruz, USA. In 2018, the California Coastal Commission required that the gate restricting access to the beach be unlocked during daylight hours, making it a public beach once again. Previously, visitors had to pay a fee to obtain a key for access, and access was limited.
This beach is popular among local surfers, and is also suitable for families with young children during low tide when tidepools are abundant. It should be noted that clothing is now required on this beach, as it was previously clothing-optional.
Privates Beach has limited parking, with only three regular spots and one handicapped spot available. Additionally, the beach is currently experiencing erosion, which may affect access in the future. The beach is open from sunrise to sunset and features soft sand and clear water.
In summary, Privates Beach is a beautiful beach located in Santa Cruz, USA, now accessible to the public. Visitors should be aware of the clothing requirement, limited parking, and potential for future erosion.
Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful and clean beach with stunning views that is not crowded and is great for walking when the tide is low. Visitors also appreciate that the beach is dog-friendly. However, some visitors complain about the lack of amenities such as restrooms and showers.
Latitude: 36.96522 / Longitude: -121.9601978
Privates Beach is located in Santa Cruz. The following map of Privates Beach shows the exact location.
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