Black Sands Beach

Beautiful black sand beach located along California’s Lost Coast in the Kings Range. #Parks
Beautiful black sand beach located along California’s Lost Coast in the Kings Range. #Parks
One of the coolest beaches I have ever been to! A little while off the 101 in Cali!
the Lost Coast Trail, not for the faint of heart or those afraid of the ocean! #lifeatexpedia

Reviews of Black Sands Beach

4.6
Top Destination
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3/5 - Okay

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Beautiful but road from 101 to Shleter Cove not for the faint of heart. Slow with twists and hairpin turns and nonexistent shoulders.

Popular places to visit

Abalone Point

Abalone Point

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Abalone Point, a lovely green space in Shelter Cove. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Abalone Point
The new marina of Pisa city called "Boccadarno"

Shelter Cove Marina

4.5/5(33 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Shelter Cove with a trip to Shelter Cove Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Shelter Cove Marina
Looking north down the rugged foggy coastline of the Lost Coast from Jones Beach Camp towards Point No Pass on the Lost Coast Trail in Sinkyone Wilderness State Park in Northern California.

Jones Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jones Beach during your trip to Shelter Cove? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Jones Beach
Forest Trail

Richardson Grove State Park

4.5/5(40 reviews)

You can take time to visit Richardson Grove State Park during your travels to Garberville. Savor the area's local cheese shops and coffeehouses.

Richardson Grove State Park

Mal Coombs Park

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mal Coombs Park, a lovely green space in Shelter Cove. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mal Coombs Park

Needle Rock Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Needle Rock Beach during your trip to Shelter Cove? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Needle Rock Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Black Sands Beach

Black Sands Inn

Black Sands Inn

2 out of 5
59 Surf Point Shelter Cove CA
Black Sands Inn
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove

Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove

4 out of 5
26 Seal Drive Shelter Cove CA
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove
Inn Of The Lost Coast

Inn Of The Lost Coast

3 out of 5
205 Wave Dr Shelter Cove CA
Inn Of The Lost Coast
Overlooking the ocean, sleeps 7, kid and pet friendly, game room with ping pong

Overlooking the ocean, sleeps 7, kid and pet friendly, game room with ping pong

Whitethorn CA
Overlooking the ocean, sleeps 7, kid and pet friendly, game room with ping pong
A Craftsman's Masterpiece with Ocean Views and Hot Tub

A Craftsman's Masterpiece with Ocean Views and Hot Tub

2 out of 5
Whitethorn CA
A Craftsman's Masterpiece with Ocean Views and Hot Tub
Majestic and Tranquil Retreat, amazing property and landscaping- Corvida House

Majestic and Tranquil Retreat, amazing property and landscaping- Corvida House

2 out of 5
Whitethorn CA
Majestic and Tranquil Retreat, amazing property and landscaping- Corvida House
Black Sands Escape- Ocean and Range Views- Comfort

Black Sands Escape- Ocean and Range Views- Comfort

Whitethorn CA
Black Sands Escape- Ocean and Range Views- Comfort
Cove Cabin Retreat, Private and Peaceful

Cove Cabin Retreat, Private and Peaceful

Whitethorn CA
Cove Cabin Retreat, Private and Peaceful
Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!

Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!

Whitethorn CA
Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!
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