Dillon Beach
Dillon Beach, CA
Dillon Beach gives its name to the small unincorporated town around it, a genuinely old beach destination that's been drawing visitors since the early 1900s. Public access is privately managed here, a different arrangement than the state and county beaches up and down this coast.
A genuinely historic beach town with real character, though the privately managed access fee is worth knowing about before you arrive expecting a free state beach.
How we score beachesBring cash or a card for the entrance fee, this is privately managed public access rather than a free state beach lot.
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.
Dogs are welcome; check posted signage for specific leash rules.
Summer mornings run foggy before clearing, typical of this stretch of coast, with water staying cold year round.
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