Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:29 PM
- Tide
- 3.045 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 7 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 9413450 — Monterey · 0.1 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (70% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Breakwater Marina
| Location | Monterey, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | El Estero |
| Access Type | Private |
| Coordinates | 36.609144, -121.894037 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Monterey County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Breakwater Marina is a boat launch providing access to El Estero in Monterey, California at coordinates 36.60914, -121.89404.
Breakwater Marina is a private boat launch on El Estero in Monterey, Monterey County, California. This is a private or restricted facility — confirm access requirements, fees, or membership before towing out. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Monterey • public launch in Monterey County • fishing access on El Estero • California boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Breakwater Marina
Is Breakwater Marina free to use?
Breakwater Marina is a private facility. Contact the operator for access information.
What water does Breakwater Marina access?
Breakwater Marina provides boat launch access to El Estero in Monterey, California.
How do I get to Breakwater Marina?
Breakwater Marina is located at coordinates 36.609144, -121.894037 in Monterey, California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Breakwater Marina includes 6 other public boat ramps within 14.6 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.