Albion River Beach
Albion, CA
Albion River Beach sits right where the Albion River empties into the ocean, with the private Albion River Campground and Schooner's Landing on the north bank offering boat launches for anglers working the river. The beach itself is a workaday river mouth stop, less about scenery than about the fishing and boating access it provides.
A genuinely useful river mouth stop for anglers and boaters, though it's a working access point more than a scenic beach destination.
How we score beachesFishing gear is worth bringing here even if swimming isn't the plan, the river mouth is genuinely popular with anglers working both fresh and salt water.
A day use fee applies; the exact amount is best confirmed at the entrance.
The path from parking to the sand isn't documented in detail, so allow extra time on your first visit.
Leashed dogs are allowed at Albion Flat Beach, part of the private Albion River Campground, with a small nightly pet fee for campers.
Fall brings the best fishing as salmon return to the river, while summer keeps the typical foggy mornings of this coast.
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