Fern Grotto Beach

California · POI · part of Wilder Ranch

Secluded sandy cove backed by sandstone cliffs and a spring-fed sea cave whose ceiling is draped with lush ferns — accessible only at lower tides and beloved for tide pooling.

Typical weather

MonthHighLowRain
Jan57°F49°F5.9 in
Feb58°F49°F6.0 in
Mar58°F50°F4.2 in
Apr60°F50°F1.8 in
May62°F53°F0.9 in
Jun65°F55°F0.2 in
Jul67°F57°F0.0 in
Aug68°F58°F0.0 in
Sep69°F58°F0.1 in
Oct67°F56°F1.2 in
Nov61°F52°F2.8 in
Dec57°F49°F5.4 in

Coordinates: 36.9544, -122.0872.

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