75°
Sunny
1%
84
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
Ideal for a beach walk.
75°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 75. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. Northwest wind 1 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 5.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
84 /100
great
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Sunny
Wind
5 mph
NW
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
10:22 PM
6.4 ft · in 3.1h
Wave Height
5.6 ft
9s · NW swell
Barometer
30.07 inHg
1018 hPa · buoy 46013
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
6:51 AM
Sunset
7:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Mostly Sunny
4%
81
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
78
66°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
67°
Sunny
0%
76
66°
Sunny
0%
76
65°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
1%
75
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
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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