Complete Beach Guide
The Beach is a beautiful coastal area located south of Pelican Town. It offers unique foraging opportunities, excellent ocean fishing, and is home to several important NPCs and locations. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the Beach, from seasonal forageables to the mysterious Old Mariner.
Beach Location and Access
Location: South of Pelican Town, accessible via the southern exit Alternative Access: Repair the bridge on your farm (300 Wood) for a direct shortcut Hours: Always accessible Special: Some areas require bridge repair to access
Beach Layout
| Area | Features | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Main Beach | Sandy area, Willy’s Shop, Elliott’s Cabin | Always |
| Tide Pools | Forageables, unique items | Always |
| Eastern Beach | Additional foraging, hidden items | Bridge repair (300 Wood) |
| Pier | Enhanced fishing spot | Always |
| Rocky Outcrop | Special fishing location | Always |
Beach Forageables by Season
The Beach offers unique forageable items that change with the seasons. These items spawn randomly on the sand and tide pools.
Spring Beach Forageables
| Item | Description | Sell Price | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral | A colony of tiny creatures | 80g | Crafting, Dye Bundle |
| Sea Urchin | A slow-moving, spiny creature | 160g | Dye Bundle, loved by several villagers |
| Rainbow Shell | A very rare, beautiful shell | 300g | Rare, loved by villagers |
| Clam | A saltwater clam | 50g | Cooking (Chowder), Mussel Node |
| Cockle | A saltwater clam | 50g | Cooking |
| Mussel | A saltwater mollusk | 30g | Cooking (Fish Stew) |
| Oyster | A saltwater oyster | 40g | Cooking |
| Nautilus Shell | A rare, spiral shell | 120g | Field Research Bundle, loved by villagers |
Summer Beach Forageables
| Item | Description | Sell Price | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral | A colony of tiny creatures | 80g | Crafting, Dye Bundle |
| Sea Urchin | A slow-moving, spiny creature | 160g | Dye Bundle |
| Rainbow Shell | A very rare, beautiful shell | 300g | Rare, loved by villagers |
| Clam | A saltwater clam | 50g | Cooking |
| Cockle | A saltwater clam | 50g | Cooking |
| Mussel | A saltwater mollusk | 30g | Cooking |
| Oyster | A saltwater oyster | 40g | Cooking |
| Nautilus Shell | A rare, spiral shell | 120g | Field Research Bundle |
| Tropical Curry | Not a forageable but sold by Island Trader | N/A | Cooking (Ginger Island) |
Fall Beach Forageables
| Item | Description | Sell Price | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral | A colony of tiny creatures | 80g | Crafting, Dye Bundle |
| Sea Urchin | A slow-moving, spiny creature | 160g | Dye Bundle |
| Rainbow Shell | A very rare, beautiful shell | 300g | Rare, loved by villagers |
| Clam | A saltwater clam | 50g | Cooking |
| Cockle | A saltwater clam | 50g | Cooking |
| Mussel | A saltwater mollusk | 30g | Cooking |
| Oyster | A saltwater oyster | 40g | Cooking |
| Nautilus Shell | A rare, spiral shell | 120g | Field Research Bundle |
Winter Beach Forageables
Winter brings unique beach forageables not available in other seasons:
| Item | Description | Sell Price | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nautilus Shell | A rare, spiral shell | 120g | Field Research Bundle, loved by villagers |
| Rainbow Shell | A very rare, beautiful shell | 300g | Rare spawn, loved by villagers |
| Coral | Rare in winter | 80g | Crafting |
| Sea Urchin | Rare in winter | 160g | Dye Bundle |
| Clam | Available year-round | 50g | Cooking |
| Cockle | Available year-round | 50g | Cooking |
| Mussel | Available year-round | 30g | Cooking |
| Oyster | Available year-round | 40g | Cooking |
Note: Nautilus Shells are most common in Winter and are required for the Field Research Bundle.
Tide Pool Foraging
The tide pools are located on the eastern side of the beach and contain unique forageable items. These pools fill and empty with the tide, revealing different items.
Tide Pool Mechanics
- Items spawn randomly in tide pool areas
- Forageables respawn daily
- Some rare items only appear during specific weather conditions
- Tide pools are a reliable source of shells and coral
Tide Pool Exclusive Items
| Item | Rarity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Urchin | Uncommon | Spawns on rocks near water |
| Coral | Common | Found in shallow pools |
| Rainbow Shell | Rare | Any season, very low spawn rate |
Ocean Fishing at the Beach
The Beach provides access to ocean fishing, with different fish available by season, weather, and time of day.
Spring Ocean Fish
| Fish | Time | Weather | Difficulty | Sell Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sardine | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 40g |
| Halibut | 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Medium | 80g |
| Anchovy | Any | Any | Easy | 30g |
| Herring | Any | Any | Easy | 30g |
| Eel | 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Rain | Medium | 85g |
Summer Ocean Fish
| Fish | Time | Weather | Difficulty | Sell Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuna | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Medium | 100g |
| Red Snapper | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Rain | Medium | 50g |
| Tilapia | 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Any | Easy | 75g |
| Pufferfish | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Sunny | Hard | 200g |
| Octopus | 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Any | Very Hard | 150g |
| Super Cucumber | 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Hard | 250g |
| Red Mullet | 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 75g |
| Squid | 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Medium | 80g |
| Sea Cucumber | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 75g |
Fall Ocean Fish
| Fish | Time | Weather | Difficulty | Sell Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sardine | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 40g |
| Anchovy | Any | Any | Easy | 30g |
| Herring | Any | Any | Easy | 30g |
| Eel | 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Rain | Medium | 85g |
| Sea Cucumber | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 75g |
| Red Snapper | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Rain | Medium | 50g |
| Squid | 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Medium | 80g |
| Super Cucumber | 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Hard | 250g |
| Albacore | 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Medium | 75g |
Winter Ocean Fish
| Fish | Time | Weather | Difficulty | Sell Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuna | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Medium | 100g |
| Sardine | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 40g |
| Halibut | 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Medium | 80g |
| Red Mullet | 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 75g |
| Squid | 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Medium | 80g |
| Sea Cucumber | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Any | Easy | 75g |
| Albacore | 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Any | Medium | 75g |
Legendary Ocean Fish
| Fish | Season | Weather | Time | Location | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimsonfish | Summer | Any | Any | East pier (requires bridge repair) | Very Hard |
Willy’s Fish Shop
Location: Beach dock Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (closed Saturdays) Owner: Willy
Willy’s Fish Shop is essential for any aspiring angler in Stardew Valley.
Fishing Equipment
| Item | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Training Rod | 25g | Easier fishing, but only catches common fish |
| Bamboo Pole | 500g | Basic fishing rod, given free by Willy on Day 2 |
| Fiberglass Rod | 1,800g | Allows use of bait (Fishing Level 2) |
| Iridium Rod | 7,500g | Allows bait and tackle (Fishing Level 6) |
Bait and Tackle
| Item | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bait | 5g each | Causes fish to bite faster |
| Magnet | 1,000g | Increases chance of finding treasure |
| Trap Bobber | 500g | Fish escape slower when not reeling |
| Cork Bobber | 750g | Increases size of fishing bar |
| Lead Bobber | 200g | Prevents fishing bar from bouncing |
| Treasure Hunter | 750g | Fish don’t escape while collecting treasure |
| Barbed Hook | 1,000g | Fishing bar sticks to the fish |
| Spinner | 250g | Reduces maximum delay before fish bite |
| Dressed Spinner | 500g | Reduces maximum delay before fish bite (better) |
Other Items
| Item | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Crab Pot | 1,500g | Catches shellfish and crustaceans |
| Rain Totem | 5,000g | Forces rain tomorrow |
| Trout Soup | 250g | +1 Fishing buff for 4 minutes 39 seconds |
| Fish (random) | Varies | Willy sells random fish daily |
Crab Pot Loot
Place Crab Pots in ocean water to catch:
| Item | Sell Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lobster | 120g | Most valuable crab pot catch |
| Clam | 50g | Can be processed in Fish Pond |
| Crayfish | 75g | Freshwater only |
| Crab | 100g | Ocean |
| Cockle | 50g | Ocean |
| Mussel | 30g | Ocean |
| Shrimp | 60g | Ocean |
| Snail | 65g | Freshwater only |
| Periwinkle | 20g | Freshwater only |
| Oyster | 40g | Ocean |
Elliott’s Cabin
Location: Eastern beach Resident: Elliott Access: Exterior always, interior requires friendship
Elliott is a writer who lives in a cabin on the beach. He is one of the eligible bachelors in Pelican Town.
Elliott’s Schedule
| Time | Location (Sunny) | Location (Rainy) |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | Cabin | Cabin |
| 11:00 AM | Beach (south of cabin) | Cabin |
| 3:00 PM | Beach (near bridge) | Cabin |
| 6:00 PM | Cabin | Cabin |
| 10:00 PM | Bed | Bed |
Elliott’s Loved Gifts
| Gift | Source |
|---|---|
| Crab Cakes | Cooking (Crab, Wheat Flour, Egg, Oil) |
| Duck Feather | Ducks |
| Lobster | Crab Pots |
| Pomegranate | Pomegranate Tree (Fall) |
| Squid Ink | Squids, Sea Urchins |
| Tom Kha Soup | Cooking (Coconut, Shrimp, Common Mushroom) |
Elliott’s Heart Events
| Hearts | Trigger | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Enter Elliott’s cabin | Elliott’s Cabin |
| 4 | Enter Stardrop Saloon | Saloon |
| 6 | Enter Elliott’s cabin | Elliott’s Cabin |
| 8 | Receive letter, visit beach | Beach |
| 10 | Receive letter, visit beach | Beach |
| 14 | Spouse event | Farm |
The Old Mariner
Location: Tide pools on rainy days (east side of beach) Condition: Must have repaired the bridge (300 Wood) Appearance: Only appears on rainy days
The Old Mariner is a mysterious figure who sells the Mermaid’s Pendant, required for marriage.
Mermaid’s Pendant
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Cost | 5,000g |
| Requirement | 10-heart relationship with eligible bachelor/bachelorette, upgraded farmhouse |
| Use | Propose marriage |
| Stock | One per day (if conditions met) |
Important Notes:
- The Old Mariner will not appear unless you have repaired the bridge
- He only appears on rainy days
- You must have a 10-heart relationship with a marriage candidate
- You must have upgraded your farmhouse at least once
- The Pendant can only be purchased once per day
Wedding Ring (Multiplayer)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Cost | 10,000g |
| Requirement | Multiplayer mode |
| Use | Propose to another player |
| Recipe | Can also be crafted (5 Iridium Bars, 1 Prismatic Shard) |
Beach Bridge Repair
Location: Eastern side of beach Cost: 300 Wood Benefits:
- Access to eastern beach area
- Access to tide pools
- Access to legendary fish (Crimsonfish)
- Access to the Old Mariner
- Additional foraging area
How to Repair:
- Walk to the broken bridge on the eastern beach
- Click on the bridge with Wood in your inventory
- Select “Yes” to repair
Special Beach Events
The Luau
Date: Summer 11 Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Beach
The Governor visits Pelican Town for the annual Luau. Your contribution to the community soup affects the event outcome.
Soup Ingredients and Reactions:
| Ingredient Quality | Governor’s Reaction | Friendship Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Trash (Sap, Holly, etc.) | Disgusted | -50 friendship with all villagers |
| Silver/Gold quality crop | Pleased | +120 friendship with all villagers |
| Iridium quality crop / Loved item | Ecstatic | +255 friendship with all villagers |
| Milk / Common items | Neutral | No change |
Dance of the Moonlight Jellies
Date: Summer 28 Time: 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM Location: Beach
A beautiful nighttime festival where glowing jellyfish migrate past the beach.
Features:
- Watch the jellyfish migration with the townspeople
- No gameplay mechanics, purely aesthetic
- One of the most visually stunning events in the game
Elliott’s 8-Heart Event
Trigger: 8 hearts with Elliott, sunny day, 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Location: Beach
Elliott reads you a passage from his novel on the beach. This event is required to reach 10 hearts and propose.
Beach Farm Layout (1.5 Update)
If you selected the Beach Farm layout when creating your character:
Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Ocean Front | Farm borders the ocean |
| Tide Pools | Spawn ocean forageables |
| Supply Crates | Wash up on shore containing random items |
| Fishing | Can fish in the ocean from your farm |
| Sprinkler Limitation | Sandy soil prevents sprinkler use in most areas |
| Crop Area | Small patch of usable farmland |
Beach Farm Strategy
| Aspect | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Crops | Focus on high-value crops in limited space |
| Animals | Excellent for fishing-focused gameplay |
| Foraging | Check tide pools daily for shells and coral |
| Fishing | Fish from your farm for ocean fish |
| Sprinklers | Only work in the small crop area; plan accordingly |
Beach Tips and Tricks
- Check Daily: Beach forageables respawn every day
- Winter Priority: Nautilus Shells are most common in Winter and needed for bundles
- Rainy Days: Visit the tide pools on rainy days for the Old Mariner
- Early Game: Sell beach forageables for quick early gold
- Gifting: Save Rainbow Shells and Nautilus Shells for villager gifts
- Fishing Spot: The pier provides slightly better fishing odds
- Crab Pots: Place crab pots along the beach for passive income
- Bundle Planning: Save one of each shell type for Community Center bundles
- Elliott Friendship: Visit Elliott at his cabin to build friendship
- Bridge Priority: Repair the bridge as soon as possible for full beach access
Summary Table: Beach Resources
| Resource Type | Items | Best Season |
|---|---|---|
| Forageables | Coral, Sea Urchin, Rainbow Shell, Nautilus Shell, Clam, Cockle, Mussel, Oyster | Winter (Nautilus) |
| Fish | Sardine, Tuna, Pufferfish, Octopus, Red Snapper, Super Cucumber | Summer |
| Crab Pot | Lobster, Crab, Shrimp, Clam, Cockle, Mussel, Oyster | All seasons |
| Special | Mermaid’s Pendant (Old Mariner) | Rainy days only |
The Beach is a valuable resource location in Stardew Valley, offering unique forageables, excellent fishing opportunities, and access to marriage through the Old Mariner. Whether you are gathering shells for bundles, fishing for profit, or pursuing a relationship with Elliott, the Beach should be a regular part of your daily routine.