Golden Gardens Park
About the Park
Golden Gardens Park is a scenic waterfront destination featuring reliable seals and sea lions, expansive beach access, and consistent sunset views. The park offers free parking, picnic areas, volleyball courts, seasonal fire pits, and a playground. Parking lots fill up quickly, especially during evening hours; arriving early is recommended. Sand may contain charcoal residue from beach fires.
Visitors Like
- Marine wildlife viewing (seals, sea lions)
- Stunning sunsets
- Beach access
- Free parking
Worth Noting
- Parking fills up quickly
- Can get crowded at sunset and evening hours
- Charcoal residue on sand
- Arrive early or expect to park at distance
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Google Reviews
8806 reviews
Anshuman Samantray
14 reviewsAwesome beach with seals always ready to entertain you
Ashley Mendoza
26 reviewsIt’s beautiful but didn’t even got to walk around since we found no parking. Definitely not a place I’d come back to.
Lily Cai
11 reviewsMost beautiful sunset I’ve ever seen!
Maryanne Lu
20 reviewsOne of my favorite Park/Beaches. Wonderful sunsets and beautiful views. Great spot for a single person, family outing, and party events! They have gr...
Mitchell Schwartz
13 reviewsAlways a great time with the family!
Faith Harrison
72 reviewsBeautiful place...seals were just hanging around...talking to one another.
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