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Home >  United States  >  California  >  Daly City  >  

Thornton State Beach

Thornton State Beach(Thornton State Beach, Thornton Beach Vista)

United States, California, Daly City 

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Thornton State Beach

United States, California, Daly City 

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Located in the city of Daly City, Thornton State Beach is a remote beach situated below bluffs on the south side of San Francisco.

If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within an eight-minute drive of Thornton State Beach. Naan ‘N’ Curry is an Indian restaurant serving paneer tikka masala, Palak paneer, mutter paneer, aloo vindaloo, dal makhani, and mixed vegetables. If you’re looking for a Japanese restaurant, Tani’s Kitchen offers tonkatsu, donburi, noodle soups, kitsune, sushi, and curries. Another good restaurant near Thornton State Beach is Burma Café, a Burmese restaurant featuring tea-leaf salad, samosa soup, dry noodles, white rice, mohinga, and kausuetho.

If you are looking for a hotel near Thornton State Beach, you can drive 12 minutes to the upscale Pacifica Beach Hotel that features a pool, restaurant, bowling alley, and hiking and windsurfing tours. The 2-Star Americas Best Value Inn San Francisco Pacifica has a bowling alley, and if you are looking for another affordable hotel near Thornton State Beach, the 2-Star Royal Inn is a 10-minute drive from the coast and 1-mile from interstate 280.

Thornton State Beach is a dog-friendly beach and offers very few amenities including benches and an overlook platform.

There are many fun activities at Thornton State Beach including swimming, hiking, fishing, and beachcombing – but be careful because the beach gets wet during high tides. Please carry a coat while heading here as it can be windy, foggy, and cold.

Thornton State Beach has a free but small parking lot that is located at the west end of John Daly Boulevard on Highway 35. The bluffs over Thornton State Beach have been eroding and there is only one safe way to get to the beach. You can walk three-fourths of a mile north from the lot to the Mar Vista Stables where you will find a wide trail that leads directly to the beach.

If you are looking for attractions near Thornton State Beach, there are many within a 35-minute drive. Floating Taj Mahal or The Taj Mahal Houseboat was built by Bill Harlan and features marble floors, a wine cellar, a top-level solarium for meditation, and a sauna. The Marin Headlands Art Institute is an arts organization that hosts an internationally recognized artist-in-residence program and offers tours and exhibitions. Named after naturalist John Muir, Muir Woods National Monument is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and is home to 240 acres of redwood forests. Another great attraction near Thornton State Beach is Mooncow Bay, a historical landmark that is a fantastic place to click Instagram-worthy pictures and picnic or camp.

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    Does Thornton State Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Thornton State Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Thornton State Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Thornton State Beach good for swimming?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.

    Does Thornton State Beach have restrooms?

    No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is Thornton State Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Thornton State Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Thornton State Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Fishing, Hiking.

    Does Thornton State Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.

    Is Thornton State Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Thornton State Beach good for surfing?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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