Glass Beach
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Glass Beach is an odd type of tourist destination. Having begun as a common dump for the city of Fort Bragg, years of industrial littering have produced a rich bed of sea glass tumbled into beautiful flecks of color in the sand. In an odd twist, the beach has attracted so much attention for its sea glass that tourists have carted off much of it to the detriment of the beach's glittering reputation. Fortunately for people attracted to the coast for non-garbage reasons, the area has only gotten better.
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Quick Info
| Coordinates | 39.450823, -123.812887 |
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| Access Method | Shore |
Entry & Access
Attractions & Wildlife
Amenities
There is a dedicated free parking lot and restrooms with running fresh water.
Skill Level & Hazards
There is a fair amount of metal and scraps that should be avoided. Thin boots might even be damaged.
Nearest Emergency Medical Facilities
Mendocino Coast District Hospital 700 River Dr, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
EMS activation by boat: Notify Coast Guard boat crew on channel 16 or call 911.
Coast Guard deployed from Noyo River 19325 S Harbor Dr (139.26 mi) Fort Bragg, California 95437
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