61°
Partly Sunny
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Mendocino County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Glass Beach (Fort Bragg)
W Elm St & Old Haul Rd, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Former town dump (1906–1967) where decades of wave action polished broken bottles into smooth sea glass blanketing the cove. Part of MacKerricher State Park.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
61°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 61. West northwest wind around 6 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. Southwest wind 1 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 61°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 3.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
70 /100
great
58 Sunbathe
74 Walk
73 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
61°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
6 mph
WNW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
62°F
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:20 PM
1.9 ft · in 6m
Wave Height
3.9 ft
8s · NW swell
Barometer
30.06 inHg
1018 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ455)
The EKA office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- CAZ101 Coastal Del Norte n/a
- CAZ103 Northern Humboldt Coast n/a
- CAZ109 Mendocino Coast n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
9:02 AM
Sunset
11:39 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 8:46 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 3:28 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 9:20 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 9:26 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 4:09 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 10:30 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 10:06 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 4:51 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 11:44 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:32 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 10:48 AM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 5:35 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 7:12 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 11:37 AM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 6:22 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:01 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:52 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 12:35 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 7:10 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:56 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:04 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 1:38 PM | Low | 3.3 ft |
| 7:59 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9416841, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
62°
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
58
62°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
5%
62
64°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
6%
64
62°
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
3%
68
61°
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
4%
66
61°
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
3%
66
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot at West Elm St & Old Haul Rd.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome on trails and adjacent beaches; steep cove access not recommended for dogs.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
W Elm St & Old Haul Rd, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) today?
Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome on trails and adjacent beaches; steep cove access not recommended for dogs.
Is there an entry fee at Glass Beach (Fort Bragg)?
Entry to Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Glass Beach (Fort Bragg)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Glass Beach (Fort Bragg). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Glass Beach (Fort Bragg)?
Amenities at Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) include restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Glass Beach (Fort Bragg)?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) located?
Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) is in Mendocino County, CA, at W Elm St & Old Haul Rd, Fort Bragg, CA 95437.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS