It's that time of year again. The days are getting longer and the weather is getting hotter. You and your friends are getting ready to spend your days at the beach, but also want to have a bit more fun than everyone else. Booze is a must-have, but unfortunately most beaches don't allow alcohol, which means you have to buy some pricey drink at the closest beach bar, chug your alc hastily, or wait till your beach day is over. You should be able to enjoy yourself and drink at the beach, all while avoiding those fines and having to throw your alc away, by using these tips to sneak alcohol on California beaches.
Flask Sandals
You were gonna wear sandals anyway. These sandals hold about 4 shots worth of liquor and conceals it pretty well. The best part: You don't have to hold on to it. Just put some alcohol in the sandal, go to the beach, take off your sandal, pour it in a cup, and drink away.
Beach Tents
It's pretty hard to handle-pull out in the open on the beach without drawing too much attention to yourself. Get yourself a beach tent and store all of your alcohol there and drink away without worrying about being noticed. Just try to stay outside of the tent some of the time so it doesn't look too obvious that something shady is going on in that tent.
The perfect way to get drunk out on the beach. This sunscreen bottle flask can be filled to the brim with your favorite alc, just make sure to bring some ice or chill the bottle flask in the freezer the day before. Don't forget which sunscreen bottle is the right one. It would be a shame if you wasted your hidden alcohol by lathering it on yourself.
Water Bottle
A water bottle is a common way to sneak alcohol in public, especially if it's a clear alc like Vodka, Gin, and Silver Tequila. Use an empty water bottle of any size and fill it up with alcohol.
Keep your beer cold under the hot sun. This is a great way to not get caught on the beach. Why would you ever look suspicious with a McDonald's or In-N-Out cup in your hand? An alternative to this would be to get a cup with ice and fill it with Jack and co*ke. Tastes better, gives you a better buzz, and you're not limited to less than the size of the cup. We won't tell if you won't.
Soda Can Beer Sleeve
This is for the beach drinker who doesn't want to try too hard to hide their beer. You can cut out a soda can and turn it into a sleeve for your beer can. One sleeve can be used on several beer cans, so there's no need to spend too much time on several sleeves. Makes it easier to drink on the beach by switching out a finished can for a nice cold one from the cooler.
Alcoholic Popsicles
Who said popsicles are only for kids? Switch it up by turning your drinks into a popsicle! Blend your favorite alcohol and drink mixes with some fruit and let it freeze overnight to enjoy a dope frozen shot with all the fun of a dessert.
Beerito!
Californians love burritos and a beerito is a whole new paradigm. Take your favorite brewski and wrap it up with a tortilla and an aluminum foil and sip away. Warning: Does not come with a side of guac.
Spiked Fruit
Your parents always told you to eat your fruits. It would be a shame not to take their advice, right? Spike your favorite fruit with booze and eat away. It's a safer way of not getting caught by beach cops and tastes great too. Who has the time to make something with alc when you can just stick a bottle into a fruit instead. My favorite is to spike a watermelon with tequila. Later when you have a slice of that watermelon, you can drench it with some salt and lime and have in instant fiesta in your mouth and liver.
While alcohol and beer is great to sip on, don't forget to bring and drink clean water during your time at the beach. Alcohol and beer dehydrates you and the nearest source of water has salt in it, so stay safe and drink responsibly.
Get yourself a beach tent and store all of your alcohol there and drink away without worrying about being noticed. Just try to stay outside of the tent some of the time so it doesn't look too obvious that something shady is going on in that tent.
Pour beer into a soda container. Mix liquor into half a bottle of soda or juice. Pour alcohol into a paper fast food restaurant cup. Pour clear liquor into a mouthwash container.
However, in order to keep the beaches clean and safe for public use, California State Parks has several regulations governing alcohol, glass bottles, and beach fires. Alcohol in NOT ALLOWED on the beach at any time. Glass bottles or other glass containers are not allowed on any State Beach at any time.
If possible, keep co*cktail container and sparkling water chilled in a cooler, with ice or chill-packs, at the beach. Outdoors: Give the container a good shake, then pour out into six cups with ice.
Under California Penal Code Section 647(f) PC, it is a misdemeanor offense to be drunk in public. This offense, also referred to as public intoxication, covers a variety of drunken behavior, from aggressively picking fights while in public to being passed out on a sidewalk.
A good gargle with mouthwash can definitely help mask the smell of booze on your breath temporarily. While most rinses will do the trick, you might get better results from fighting fire with fire. We're not talking about drinking more alcohol, but rinsing with a mouthwash that contains alcohol.
And when they do, it is often the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department they call. “We have zero tolerance,” said Sheriff's Sgt. Marty Dailey. Deputies will write about 45 citations--typically costing $50 apiece--at Malibu-area beaches on an average weekend day, and hundreds more on a big holiday.
For individuals under 21, it is strictly prohibited to have any alcohol present in the vehicle unless accompanied by a parent or someone over 21 years of age. A BAC of 0.01% or higher for underage drivers results in a suspended license for one year, along with mandatory completion of a DUI education program.
To some extent, California allows passengers to consume alcohol in a vehicle. However, this only applies if the car is parked or riding on a private space or road. A driver can face severe charges for allowing passengers to drink alcohol in public, including on public roads and parking spaces.
Alcoholic beverages are NOT allowed on the beach, cliffs, walkways, park areas or adjacent parking lots. Glass containers are NOT allowed on the beach, cliffs, walkways, park areas or adjacent parking lots. Smoking is NOT allowed on the beach, cliffs, walkways, park areas or adjacent parking lots.
Granted, alcohol is not allowed on most California beaches – but there are still a few where those 21-and-up can enjoy their booze by the surf (under a few conditions). So, if you're of age, grab a cooler, and a 6-pack or bottle of Pinot Noir, and head out for happy hour at any of these alcohol-friendly locations.
What times can you buy liquor, wine, or beer in California? The sale of alcohol is allowed between the hours of 6 AM and 2 AM 7 days a week. Can you order alcohol to go in California? Yes, you can order alcohol to go in the state of California.
Public Intoxication is a Misdemeanor crime. You face up to six months in a county jail if convicted, or a fine of up to $1,000, or both a fine and imprisonment. What Does California Penal Code §647(f) [Public Intoxication] Prohibit?
It is generally illegal to drink in public in California outside of a licensed venue such as a bar, restaurant or tavern. State and local laws make it an infraction to possess an open container of alcohol in public and a misdemeanor for a minor to possess any alcohol in public.
The beaches have a strict, no-alcohol policy. Many state park beaches also prohibit alcohol, though some will allow you to pop a top. The California state beaches where you can drink are: Carmel Beach, Monterey County.
Possession or consumption of alcohol is prohibited on the beach. Glass containers/bottles are not allowed on the beach. Open containers of beer, wine, or liquor are prohibited in vehicles or any public place including streets, sidewalks, and beach areas.
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