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Beaches | |||
| » Beacon's Beach, Encinitas | view map | |||
| For those who can tackle the primitive trail leading down the steep cliff to the beach, there are almost three miles of narrow beach to explore. Free parking is available in a small lot at the access point. | |||
| » Cardiff State Beach | view map | |||
| Although narrow and rocky in many spots, this beach is nonetheless appealing. Pets are allowed on a leash. There are no facilities. Cardiff's Restaurant Row is at the north end of the beach. | |||
| » Carlsbad State Beach | view map | |||
| A seawall spanning approximately one mile makes this a popular place for walking and jogging. Free parking is available on Carlsbad Boulevard and at the Tamarack parking lot at the southern tip of the seawall. | |||
| » Del Mar Beach | view map | |||
| Del Mar’s popular beach is perfect for families, visitors, and surfers
who enjoy its wide expanse of sand and gorgeous coastline.
Swimming, walking, surfing, body boarding, and even grunion
hunting are just some of the activities you can enjoy at this | |||
| » Fletcher Cove, Solana Beach | view map | |||
| This beach is for those who like to combine beaching with other activities such as volleyball, shuffleboard and basketball. There are also restrooms, showers, picnic tables and sand when the tide is out. | |||
| » La Jolla Cove | view map | |||
| La Jolla Cove offers a cliffside coast walk for romantic strolls, a sheltered cove for swimming, and parks for picnics. Surf chairs are available for the disabled. | |||
| » La Jolla Shores | view map | |||
| La Jolla Shores is a long, flat beach ideal for families and surfers. | |||
| » Moonlight Beach, Encinitas | view map | |||
| An active beach, heavily monitored by lifeguards, this is an excellent choice for visitors with children. Access for the handicapped is available. A fresh coat of sand is poured on rocky portions of the beach each May. | |||
| » North Seascape Surf, Solana Beach | view map | |||
| This small beach located at South Sierra Avenue and North Seascape Surf offers volleyball equipment during the summer months. There is parking along South Sierra and on nearby side streets. | |||
| » Oceanside City Beach | view map | |||
| This beach not only has a wide stretch of sand, but it also has the longest pier on the west coast, playground equipment, restrooms, showers and about 70 fire rings. Parking charges vary. Surf chairs are available for the disabled. | |||
| » San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff | view map | |||
| Camping, fishing and swimming are available. There is a concession stand and drinking water. 171 tent/RV sites. | |||
| » San Onofre State Beach | view map | |||
| Overnight camping is available at this beach, which also is a popular place for swimming, surfing and picnicking. There is a parking charge. | |||
| » South Carlsbad State Beach | view map | |||
| Campsites are available on the cliff overlooking the beach. There are no day-use facilities here. Call California State Park Reservations at 1-800-444-7275. | |||
| » Stone Steps, Encinitas | view map | |||
| A long stairway leads down to a rocky beach that is popular with surfers, swimmers and fishermen. There is limited street parking. | |||
| » Surf Diva, Inc. | view map | |||
| Surf Diva, open year-round in La Jolla, is the original world famous all-girls surf school, also teaching men and boys in group and private lessons. | |||
| » Swami's Beach, Encinitas | view map | |||
| Large waves make this beach renowned by surfers. There is little sand; however, there is a lush, shady picnic area with restrooms at the top of the cliff overlooking the beach. Free parking is available. | |||
| » Tide Park, Solana Beach | view map | |||
| Tide Beach County Park is frequented by naturalists who are fascinated with the large reef and tide pools found at this Solana Beach site. There is parking along the street. | |||
| » Torrey Pines State Beach | view map | |||
| This beach is excellent for picnicking, surf fishing and swimming. The Torrey Pines Reserve also offers ample hiking trails. There is no charge for visitors on foot. Auto fees vary. Parking lots are also located along the beach. | |||
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