San Carlos Beach — Attraction in Monterey

There's a group of inconsiderate bullies bringing out exercise equipment out of a white Toyota truck with a silver cargo ‏ attached to the rear of the truck, parking there early mornings every day to do a group exercise and they bring their big size Unleashed dogs in a park that is requiring all dogs to be on leash and they refused to put their dogs on a leash! If you're afraid of dogs or just don't want to be around loose dogs to protect your own smaller dog while walking them, you're out of luck due to these bullies refusing to cooperate. People, this is Not a doggy park so don't play fetch with your dog on the grass or the Beach area thinking it's okay because there is a leash law in place and is not okay!!!! City of Monterey must take the responsibility to post signs that there are no dogs allowed at the beach area and there is a leash law in effect. Most people and tourists just act dumb and let their dogs loose to play...

San Carlos Beach in Monterey is a beautiful spot with stunning ocean views and convenient access right next to Cannery Row. It’s great for walking, relaxing, and especially popular with scuba divers who often begin their dives here. A highlight of the visit is watching the sea lions resting on the rocks or swimming near the shore — they add a lot of charm and character to the place. On the downside, when the wind comes from the ocean, there can be a strong smell from the animals’ biological fluids, which might be unpleasant at times. Still, the beach is clean, family-friendly, and worth a stop when...

This small beach is a lovely spot with a grassy area, plenty of parking, and a clean restroom. There’s also a small park nearby, making it family friendly. While it seems more suited for enjoying the view and watching sea lions, we did see a few people swimming when we went. In the winter, sea lions often gather and lounge along the shore, which is really fun to see. It’s a nice walk from the aquarium to the beach, and it’s a great place for a picnic. Plus, there are restaurants close by if you want to grab a bite after. Overall it was a nice outing...