College Cove Beach

Camille

2022-05

Absolutely gorgeous, especially at sunset!! Honestly, the most amazing beach I've ever been to. What makes it unique is the way the ocean and waves rolls in from different directions! Great for photography. The only thing that kept it from being perfect was it is very chilly and windy (even in late August) to the point no one was in the water though me and my kids waded in. Definitely needed a coat on to keep warm. And the tide pools were SO fun! With lots of sea life to look at including some beautiful starfish, little crabs to capture and examine for a minute, and gorgeous rocks to adventure around with the kids! There is a nice restroom (flushing toilets) just a hundred feet from the parking lot of the beach. Could change there. The path down to the beach was pretty steep but manageable.... soft sand. Truly nearly perfect. ***If you liked my review or found it to be helpful give it a thumbs up. 👍 thanks!

Dave Jones

2017-05

Growing up here this is one of the awesome beaches my parents would take me to. This place still hasn't lost its beauty. Recommend coming on low tide as you can take stairs and access both sides. The stairs are more civilized/kid friendly. But there are steep trails on the south side for the more adventurous. Unlike my childhood memories the parking lot can get full during popular months and any day with a clear sunset. Still worth the visit, as this place continues to attract positive vibes. Also pleased to say the trails are clean. Awesome that folks use the trash bins at trail head. Thanks everyone!

Dawniel Curran

2020-05

Went around 9am & it was absolutely gorgeous and I haven't even made it down to the water yet. It was a little scary getting down cuz it had rained the day before but made it in one piece I never fell. Before I even hit the the sand to look at the water through the trees is breathtaking. Being out on that sand why the water was coming up is so relaxing you forget you had any worries a problem it's beautiful out there. Soft starfish and crabs and oysters on the Rock just showed me how high that tide gets over there I took lots of pictures definitely going back.

AGATH0R

2023-05

Beautiful beach to hang out at and good surf during the winter seasons too. Can be pretty uncrowded most times of the year there is a cool hiking trail and two geysers. Very cool place to check out

Jason Canlas

2020-05

This was our favorite place between Eureka and Patricks Point Park (Patricks Point being a better set of things to see and do if you have time). This beach is incredible. It's like Hawaii (only, much colder).

Wanda Cranfill

2021-05

Family and pet friendly beach with kite flying, surfing, tide pools, sand castles, rocks to climb, and fresh water streams for the furries! Easy accessibility to the beach, including parking.

katherine Soudan

2020-05

Will be going back very soon it's a easy walk on the path we had our small dogs so we didn't go down to the beach but wonderfull look outside along the way

Chad Thompson

2020-05

This place is exceptionally beautiful. Every time I’m driving down the 101 I have to stop here. Nice town. Nice people. Dog friendly beaches and superb hiking/ biking trails. You can hike to the topic the trail and see the entire town and a breath taking view of the coastline! Worth a visit if you’re in the area. They’ve also got plenty of fresh seafood at the local grocery store and restaurants. Trinidad is a unique little coastal paradise.

Tina Horan

2020-05

Beautiful. One of the more diverse beaches. Has forest trails, a beautiful beach and cliffs. Tide pools at low tide and a blow hole at high tide

Aruil Morris

2021-05

Beautiful beach!! There was hardly anyone there. It was so nice and peaceful.

Camille Sathrum

2019-05

Trail is very nicely kept and great walk for kiddos. It was even wide enough to take our stroller

Raffi R

2018-05

Fricken beautiful! Easy to get to, not crowded, tons of wildlife, amazing geology

Suzanne Gibbs

2020-05

Holy cow! So incredibly beautiful! Views for miles out on the ocean. Raw wild coastline. The trails to the beach are steep. I suggest a summer visit, but there are less people here in the winter months. No services.

Michael Reynolds

2019-05

Quite a steep hike getting there but a nice place to spend time in the sun. No services, restrooms.

Rrambling Rick

2020-05

I love this time of year when the tourists go home and we have college Cove to ourselves.

Brent Brown

2021-05

Beautiful area, but definitely not marked well, so just be ready to explore a bit. The walk down wasn’t hard, but it’s not a flat decent by any means. We visited in the AM and had the beach to ourselves. Definitely a local beach

Mitch Hagelberg

2020-05

It's amazing, didnt see a single person on this beach it was just me and my pup! Pretty steep getting down, but well worth it

Garth Epling

2020-05

A must visit place for locals and tourists. Natural Beauty, fairly easy walking trail.

Brian Inman

2020-05

It's a beautiful beach, but not as private as we were expecting/hopeing.

Javier Lopez

2019-05

Great hike. Lots of shade not much mud. Leads to the beach

- Lovely

2019-05

Beautiful vistas, sea creatures galore and fun to watch the surfers.

Lee LeJanic

2019-05

There has to be a better trail to get down there, but soooo worth it.

Adam “HikeRider” Jacob

2021-05

Beautiful, my first time on the coast on the northern end of California.

Julie Richardson

2021-05

A lovely little hike and beach to explore.

William Thompson

2020-05

This place is stunning!! Really incredible!

Dean Tidwell

2019-05

Beutiful breathtaking views. As well as a nice workout. If you indulge in hiking trails.

Jenifer Lynn

2020-05

My favorite beach in California. The combination of the seclusion, and the natural beauty is heavenly!

Christian Rotschedl

2020-05

Quiet town, lovely people, and fantastic scenery.

Taylor Watters

2018-05

Nice and secluded. Great place to relax and enjoy the beach 🌴

Bella Maldonado

2017-05

Great people everywhere, dog friendly, a nice very short hike to get down there, very cozy, popular for the college crowd.