Carmel River Lagoon, Carmel-by-the-Sea: launch details
A calm tidal lagoon and wetlands reserve with marshy channels thick with shorebirds, at Carmel River State Beach. Short portage from the lot to the water. Tides affect lagoon depth, and the ocean mouth area can be hazardous.
- Water type
- Lake
- Region
- Central Coast, California
- Fee
- Free to launch
- Conditions
- Lake launch. Tide-sensitive: check the tide before launching, since water level and current change with it.
- Dogs
- Dogs not allowed
- Power boats
- No power boats