El Pescador is one of three beaches that make up the Robert H. Meyer
Memorial State Beach. Each beach has a separate parking lot and unique
setting. El Pescador is known for its wide sandy beach, secluded location, and a rocky shore fishing point that juts out over the ocean. Lifeguards patrol daily in summer and
occasionally during off seasons.
Hours: 8am to Sunset
Beach Rules: No Dogs; No Alcohol; No Camping; No Fires
Access: A steep dirt trail leads to the beach. It's a trek.
Restrooms: Portable restrooms in parking area.
Parking: A small dirt lot requires the following fees below. Parking on the highway is free.
Day Use: $4.00
Senior Day Use: $3.00
Disabled with Pass: $2.00
Parking is self regulated which means that you put your cash or
check into an envelope available from a kiosk in the parking lot. Seal
and deposit payment into the slot. Keep the stub and put it on your
car's driver side dashboard so the parking patrol knows you paid. The
same stub is good at all three Robert H. Meyer beaches for that day. Bring cash, checks, and a pen or pencil.
Showers: No
Pros: The beach is far from highway noise and homes. A long wide sandy stretch of beach is perfect for a relaxing getaway. Less kelp on the beach than at El Matador.
Cons: The trail leading to the beach is pretty steep. No restrooms on the beach. No full time lifeguards.
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