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Overview
Located to the north of Westport, Westport Beach - also known officially as Wages Creek Beach - is a scenic beach with light brown sand. This beach is situated below oceanfront bluffs. The beach is surrounded by a private campground named Westport Beach RV Park & Campground. Wages Creek flows through the beach into the Pacific Ocean.
Amenities
While Westport Beach does not have lifeguards, the beach and the area around it have many other amenities for campers including picnic tables, a children’s playground, restrooms, showers, a horseshoe pit, and volleyball courts.
Activities
Westport Beach offers many fun activities for campers including beachcombing, sunbathing, picnicking, camping, wildlife watching, fishing, hiking, volleyball, swimming, surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking, canoeing, and boating. If you are planning to enter the water near Westport Beach, we recommend being careful as the water here has dangerous waves, strong currents, and cold temperatures. However, despite the risky water conditions, kayakers, canoers, and surfers occasionally enter the water near the beach. In addition, scuba divers and snorkelers also enter the water near the beach in order to explore its vibrant biodiversity - depending on the time of the year, you can see many kinds of animals in the water near this beach including seals, sea lions, and migrating whales. If you like birdwatching, you can also see many kinds of birds around the beach. If you are planning to fish in the water near Westport Beach, we recommend following the local fishing regulations.
Westport Beach RV Park & Campground accommodates both tents and RVs. If you are planning to camp here, you can visit Westport Beach RV Park & Campground’s website for more useful information about camping rules, amenities, and charges.
Parking
Getting to Westport Beach is easy - the beach is situated near 37700 North Highway 1/Pacific Coast Highway. However, it is important to note that since the area surrounding the beach is a part of Westport Beach RV Park and Campground’s premises, you can only visit this beach if you are camping within this campground.
Attractions
There are many attractions near Westport Beach within a 30-minute drive. Westport Headlands Park is a blufftop park that has picnic areas overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the North California shoreline. The park also has a stairway leading to a rocky cove below, which was earlier used as a ship landing. The park offers many activities including fishing, wildlife watching, and picnicking. The International Sea Glass Museum has one of the largest collections of beautiful sea glass pieces in the world. In addition, this museum also displays exquisite terracotta pieces and also has a gift store. If you are looking for another attraction near Westport Beach, Larry Spring Museum of Common Sense Physics is dedicated to the work of Larry Spring, who was a resident of the town of Fort Bragg who developed his own amateur understanding of scientific phenomena. Larry demonstrated his experiments using commonly available materials, and constructed many erratic and interesting apparatus, models, and inventions displaying a combination of outsider art and science.
Restaurants
If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Westport Beach within a 30-minute drive. Silver’s at the Wharf has a dining area that offers fantastic views of the Noyo River. In addition, the restaurant also serves amazing seafood and steaks. Westport Hotel & Old Abalone Pub offers excellent seafood and gourmet dishes. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Westport Beach, the modestly priced Cravingrill offers delicious Mediterranean food including dolmas, falafel, and baba ganoush.
Hotels
If you are looking for a hotel near Westport Beach, there are many great nearby options. The 4-Star Inn at Newport Ranch offers breathtaking views of the Mendocino County shoreline. In addition, the hotel offers many amenities including complimentary breakfast and evening snacks, access to spa services, a sauna, and a hot tub. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf which is 32 minutes away by car and offers many amenities including a mini golf course, a hair salon, and a video game arcade. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near Westport Beach, the modestly priced Westport Inn is located conveniently close to some of the major landmarks in Westport and offers complimentary breakfast along with morning coffee and tea.
Basic Details
All Amenities at Westport Beach
Amenities
Barbecue
Dogs
Fire Pits
Playground
Restrooms
Showers
Activities
Bike Paths
Camping
Fishing
Hiking
Scuba Diving
Snorkeling
Surfing
Volleyball
Rentals
Bikes
Kayaking Canoeing
Mat Rentals
Umbrella Rental
Food
Access
Car Access
Foot Access
Parking - Paid
Parking - RV Parking
Features
Westport Beach - Beach Map
Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!
Does Westport Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.
Does Westport Beach have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Westport Beach a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Westport Beach good for swimming?
Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.
Does Westport Beach have restrooms?
Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.
Is Westport Beach a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Westport Beach?
No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.
What are the activities at Westport Beach?
Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Volleyball.
Does Westport Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Westport Beach a dog-friendly beach?
Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!
Is Westport Beach good for surfing?
Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.
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