State Beach · California

Zmudowski State Beach

Zmudowski State Beach (large dot) and the other state parks in California. No free photo of this park yet.

Location: Monterey County, California
Nearest town: 3.7 miles west of Elkhorn
Type: State Beach

About Zmudowski State Beach

Sand dunes along Monterey Bay make up this stretch of shoreline near Moss Landing. The beach sits at the mouth of the bay's agricultural flatlands, offering open coastal access away from developed frontage. Its setting places it among the string of protected beaches bordering the bay's northern reach.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Zmudowski State Beach is in Monterey County, California, 3.7 miles west of Elkhorn. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

State parks near Zmudowski State Beach

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.