It's also a popular lunch stop. Be very quiet and you'll probably see several harbor seals pop up, as curious about you as you are about them. The beach is pleasant and smooth, but be careful, there's poison oak amongst vegetation farther inland. There's no drinking water but there is a primitive rest room. No camping is allowed.
Low tide exposes rocky beaches and bottoms, which make for good beach exploration.
There's all kinds of interesting sea life within easy reach, just remember that you're a guest in their home and look, don't disturb. A generous population of semi-wild mallards makes the rounds every evening, graciously volunteering to eat stale bread. The quiet cove is a great place for kids to row off some energy. Onshore, there's drinking water, rest rooms with showers and trails for stretching your legs. On the non-park side of the cove, you can visit the small, private store to replace your bread supply and buy ice.