# Thornton State Beach > Long, secluded beach offers stunning ocean views and peaceful atmosphere with almost no crowd. Hiking trails lead down to the shore, surrounded by natural scenery including mountains and vibrant plants. Windy conditions bring a wild energy as crows glide overhead and waves crash along the coast. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/ThorntonStateBeach - Phone: +18313356318 - Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=530 ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Peaceful — 10/10 - Parks — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 10/10 - Sunset — 9.4/10 - Meditation Spot — 9/10 - Beach — 8.9/10 - Dog Friendly — 8/10 - Kid Friendly — 7.5/10 - Parking Available — 5.7/10 ## What people say - "The ocean views here are stunning and unforgettable." - "This place is awesome for dogs and humans, with great trails." - "Parking is free but really limited, so get here early." ## Good to know - Parking at Thornton State Beach is limited. - There does not seem to be a public restroom at Thornton State Beach. - No fee is required to access the beach. - The trails at Thornton State Beach can be narrow and require caution while walking. - The way back involves a long uphill climb. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.