(1) So, I just heard that they are indeed talking about adding a $100 permit for driving on the beaches up there. I think it's going for vote now and I'm not sure of the status.
The story I heard is $100 no matter if it's 1 day or 1 year. That stinks for me. I usually get up on that beach 2-3 times a year. Not really worth $100 for a day trip. That's probably what they are hoping for...
(2) While I was searching for details on the permit, I just found about this controversial ruling passed in November which will require all vehicles to drive in the soft sand next to the dune. Usually folks spread out at low tide to drive on the hard pack.
If you skim through this article and/or read the comments at the end, you'll get a sense for the debate and why most feel it is short sighted.
Corolla Beach Driving
