San Diego Beaches Guide
San Diego California
offers some of the most spectacular beaches in the world. From
the densely populated for the social butterfly, to the very
secluded for a romantic getaway. San Diego beaches will surely
satisfy anyone's desire for fun under the sun. Below we have
listed some of the most popular beaches in the San Diego area!
Feel free to browse around and find the beach that fits you
getaway plans while your in sunny San Diego!
Area
Beaches
Border Field State Beach - Located
just minutes north of the Mexican border, this beach is popular
to hikers and horseback riders. Swimming is not allowed at any time
during the year and definitely in the winter due to sewage contamination
from Tijuana, Mexico. The beach is open Thursday - Sunday in the
summer and it's closed in the winter. - South Bay, San Diego
Beacons Beach
- Tricky getting down the bluff, can be difficult if you
have small children or a lot of gear, no alcohol policy, no lifeguards.
- San Diego
Cardiff State Beach
- A nice family beach, though it gets crowded during summer months.
- San Diego
Grandview Beach - The
view is indeed grand. - San Diego
Stonesteps Beach - Killer stairs, perfect
for the fitness enthusiast, check tide charts first as the beach
disappears at high tide. - San Diego
Moonlight Beach - The beach of all beaches,
everything you look for in a good beach, no alcohol allowed. - San
Diego
D Street Beach - Quiet
and secluded, steep stairs from the top of the bluffs. - San Diego
Swami's Beach - Immortalized
in the Beach Boys' Surfin' USA, long steep stairs lead down to the
beach. - San Diego
Imperial Beach - The
clean beaches are open all year and are protected by the International
Boundary Wastewater Treatment Plant. Imperial Beach is known for
world-class waves and it's natural surroundings. The Tijuana Estuary
is a international favorite for birdwatchers. - South Bay, San Diego
Coronado Beach - As you head even further
north you'll come across Coronado Beach, which is a very popular
spot for just sun bathing and relaxing. Though it may get a little
busy with locals and tourists. - Coronado, San Diego
Sunset Cliffs - A popular spot with surfers,
and couples who just want to be alone. There is a staircase that
leads down to the shore, making it very easy to access. One of the
more secluded getaways. - Point Loma, San Diego
Mission Beach - Mission Beach is popular with
roller bladers, swimmers, surfers, and volleyball players consuming
mostly the south end of the beach. On the north end of the beach
the waters are a little rougher, so you'll sea less beachers however
the north end of the beach is home to the Belmont Park roller coaster.
- Mission Bay, San Diego
Pacific Beach - Located
just to the north of Mission Beach. Another popular spot for a variety
of beachers. There are designated surfing spots and fire rings available.
Rather than a boardwalk along the beach front like Mission Beach
there are sidewalks, but bike paths and picnic tables are still
plentiful. - San Diego
Ocean Beach - The mile long Ocean Beach is
popular spot for just about everyone (surfers, sunbathers, swimmers
etc.). The Municipal Pier is located on the south end of the beach.
- San Diego
Children's Pool - A
great place to take the kids because of the circular seawall which
preserves the shallow lagoon. - La Jolla, San Diego
La Jolla Cove - A palm tree lined park sits
on top of cliffs just above the ocean waters. At low tide Divers
and snorkelers enjoy exploring the Underwater Ecological Reserve
at La Jolla. - La Jolla, San Diego
La Jolla Shores - It's
the people's choice among San Diego beaches.
Black's Beach - One
of the northern most beaches in the San Diego area and it's said
to be a beach for experienced swimmers because of its rough waters.
- La Jolla, San Diego
Del Mar Beach - Most
of the beach is very crowded on nice days, so parking is sometimes
a problem. Del Mar Beach is very popular for sun bathers, volleyball
players and surfers. - La Jolla, San Diego
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