Thanks for the voice of sanity in these comments. It’s a question of access to what all parties agree is private property (above the mean high tide line). The Coastal Act of 1972 says that if there ever was public access, it can’t be revoked. Since the owners of this beach have always charged an entry fee, Vinod was arguing that there was never public access, so he’s not obliged to provide any. Personally I think he’s right about that, but I’m glad to have access to that beautiful beach just the same.
