{"id":3488,"date":"2023-09-24T23:22:57","date_gmt":"2023-09-24T23:22:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.sandiegohumor.com\/uncategorized\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/"},"modified":"2026-03-03T16:59:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T00:59:46","slug":"the-best-beaches-in-san-diego","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/","title":{"rendered":"Best beaches in San Diego"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\">With over 70 miles of beaches, in and around the metropolitan area, San Diego has more than its fair share of fantastic coastlines. From family-friendly beaches to exciting surfing and kayaking, quiet alcoves to perfect picnic oceanfront spots, there really is a beach for every occasion in San Diego.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">While it\u2019s true to say that all of San Diego\u2019s beaches have a lot to offer, some of the city\u2019s beaches really stand out from the crowd and deserve a special mention. In this article, we\u2019ll list some of the finest beaches in San Diego, staring right out the gates with our favorite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Windansea_Beach_La_Jolla\" >Windansea Beach, La Jolla<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Coronado_Beach_%E2%80%93_Luxury_Vibes_with_Spectacular_Sea_Views\" >Coronado Beach &#8211; Luxury Vibes with Spectacular Sea Views<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Carlsbad_State_Beach_%E2%80%93_Laid-Back_Fun_and_Good_for_Dog_Walking\" >Carlsbad State Beach &#8211; Laid-Back Fun and Good for Dog Walking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Del_Mar_Beach_%E2%80%93_A_Local_Favorite_with_Lots_of_Nearby_Hiking_Trails\" >Del Mar Beach &#8211; A Local Favorite with Lots of Nearby Hiking Trails<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Moonlight_State_Beach_Encinitas_%E2%80%93_Amazing_Facilities_and_Plenty_of_Parking\" >Moonlight State Beach, Encinitas &#8211; Amazing Facilities and Plenty of Parking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Mission_Beach_%E2%80%93_San_Diegos_Answer_to_Coney_Island\" >Mission Beach &#8211; San Diego\u2019s Answer to Coney Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Pacific_Beach_%E2%80%93_A_Hangout_for_Hip_and_Trendy_San_Diegans\" >Pacific Beach &#8211; A Hangout for Hip and Trendy San Diegans<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/#Rep_Your_Beach\" >Rep Your Beach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Windansea_Beach_La_Jolla\"><\/span>Windansea Beach, La Jolla<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Located in the La Jolla community, Windansea Beach is popular with early-morning runners, surfers, kayakers, and families with kids. The waves in Windansea attract very skilled surfers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Windasea has a small free car parking lot although on busy days it fills up pretty quickly, so it\u2019s best to arrive early. If you can\u2019t find a space in the free car parking lot then there are also lots of places in the neighborhood where you can park for the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Windansea Beach is also famous for its surf shack which has been rebuilt over the years after storms knocked it down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Windansea Beach is certainly one of the city\u2019s premier beaches with great facilities to suit adventurous surfers, families with children, and couples looking for a quiet place to spend quality time together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d13410.128741594252!2d-117.2811488!3d32.8311582!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80dc03c2e95a5581%3A0xace908f374acad80!2sWindansea%20Beach!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1695584169959!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coronado_Beach_%E2%80%93_Luxury_Vibes_with_Spectacular_Sea_Views\"><\/span>Coronado Beach &#8211; Luxury Vibes with Spectacular Sea Views<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Coronado Beach is a magnificently picturesque stretch of the coastline that is home to upmarket hotels, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/hoteldel.com\/\">Hotel Del Coronado<\/a>, and opulent beachfront properties. Best known for the Orange Avenue walk, the lesser-known Coronado Dog Beach allows you to let your pooch off the lead and meet lots of other pet owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With some of the cleanest sands in the state, Coronado Beach is often thronging with local families and tourists. The waters are suitable for children to paddle in the surf but are not so great for watersports. This makes Coronado Beach a wonderful choice for a relaxed day at the beach, especially if you have children or pet dogs. For more daring visitors, the Coronado Skatepark, about 1.5 miles behind the main beach, in Tidelands Park is always packed with skaters and has more than 15,000 square feet of ramps, grinds, jumps and bowls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">There\u2019s not a huge amount of parking at the beach but you can usually find space on Ocean Boulevard or in the back streets of the neighborhood. The beach itself has excellent amenities including showers and restrooms as well as wheelchair accessibility mats that lead right down to the shore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">When it comes to food, Orange Avenue has a lovely selection of cafes, eateries and bars. You can grab an organic craft beer at the <a href=\"https:\/\/coronadobrewing.com\/\">Coronado Brewing Co<\/a>, stop off for some handmade ice cream at the <a href=\"https:\/\/mootimecreamerysd.com\/\">MooTime Creamery<\/a> or get your caffeine fix or a meal at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.claytonscoffeeshop.com\/\">Clayton\u2019s Coffee Shop<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d53729.753511784584!2d-117.22451237476325!3d32.683131117683665!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80deacc0a711bb11%3A0x52a258948950d583!2sCoronado%20Beach!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1695584244845!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carlsbad_State_Beach_%E2%80%93_Laid-Back_Fun_and_Good_for_Dog_Walking\"><\/span>Carlsbad State Beach &#8211; Laid-Back Fun and Good for Dog Walking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Carlsbad State Beach, sometimes called Tamarack Beach, is great for sunbathing, watching the surfers out at sea, dog walking, and forgetting about your daily worries in the peaceful atmosphere. Along the shoreline, the 4-mile trail that runs along the Carlsbad Sea Wall is perfect for dog walking, cycling, roller skating and strolling, arm in arm with a loved one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">While the beach only has a small official car park, there\u2019s plenty of free parking available in the surrounding residential streets &#8211; just make sure to avoid parking in people\u2019s driveways because you might get towed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you\u2019re feeling peckish while you\u2019re at the beach, you can swing by the beloved <a href=\"https:\/\/www.harborfishcafe.com\/\">Harbor Fish Cafe<\/a> to try the famous Carlsbad Clam Chowder or the delicious fish and chips. Alternatively, you can visit the ultra-trendy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.park101carlsbad.com\/\">Park 101<\/a> for cocktails and sandwiches or the oceanfront <a href=\"https:\/\/dinisbistro.com\/\">Dini\u2019s Bistro<\/a>, for a full sit-down, a la carte meal. The nearby Carlsbad Village is a bustling, hip part of town with lots of unique boutique stores, restaurants, and bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">All this makes Carlsbad State Beach a fantastic choice if you want to combine your day at the beach with a meal in a restaurant and a few drinks in a local bar before you head home in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d53444.44092475317!2d-117.42718815136718!3d33.1543394!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80dc72676aef3711%3A0x8a5e0192c0f3c09b!2sCarlsbad%20State%20Beach!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1695584292043!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Del_Mar_Beach_%E2%80%93_A_Local_Favorite_with_Lots_of_Nearby_Hiking_Trails\"><\/span>Del Mar Beach &#8211; A Local Favorite with Lots of Nearby Hiking Trails<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Literally meaning \u2018from the sea\u2019, Del Mar beach runs south from Via De La Valle for 2 miles and is widely considered by savvy locals to be one of the city\u2019s best-kept shoreline secrets! The crowds on the beach are super relaxed and are mainly made up of local families, surfers, and dog walkers. Part of the beach, called the North Beach, is an official dog beach so you\u2019ll see dozens of dogs of all shapes and sizes playing in the ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Finding free parking at Del Mar beach can be a bit of a problem although there is metered parking quite close to the shore. However, you can find larger parking lots at North Beach or on 17th Avenue. For this reason, many locals just jump on public transport to visit the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You\u2019ll also find restrooms and changing facilities next to the 25th Street tower and showers and toilets beside the lifeguard towers at 17th Street. If you\u2019d like to do some hiking you can visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/torreypine.org\/\">Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Park<\/a> which has some lovely trails to explore. And when you\u2019re hungry after a day at the beach you can pick up burgers, sandwiches and nachos at the <a href=\"https:\/\/delmarsnackshack.com\/\">Del Mar Snack Shack<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d5123.834024431439!2d-117.27584763754437!3d32.965862494913296!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80dc0f68c5589855%3A0x2b3424aa6d7ae12e!2sVolleyball%20Court!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1695592222939!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moonlight_State_Beach_Encinitas_%E2%80%93_Amazing_Facilities_and_Plenty_of_Parking\"><\/span>Moonlight State Beach, Encinitas &#8211; Amazing Facilities and Plenty of Parking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Moonlight State Beach in the chilled-out community of Encinitas, has superb facilities, including restrooms, showers, volleyball courts, a children\u2019s playground and a delightful picnic area. A good beach for families with young children, Moonlight State Beach has a wonderful atmosphere and unforgettable ocean views. There\u2019s also an official car park and lots of free parking in the surrounding residential neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you\u2019re looking for a bite to eat, you can enjoy nachos, hot dogs, bagels, burritos and even ice cream at the on-site snack shop. On the other hand, if you\u2019re looking for a more up-market place to eat, there are numerous restaurants and cafes to choose from along Coast Highway 101, including the beer and vegan restaurant, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moderntimesbeer.com\/locations\/the-far-west-lounge\/\">Modern Times Far West Lounge<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/loftycoffee.com\/pages\/encinitas\">Lofty Coffee<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3344.328347775124!2d-117.2972948!3d33.047821400000004!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80dc0c41328cf699%3A0x8e4e3a9bdba3ff7f!2sMoonlight%20State%20Beach!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1695592253809!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mission_Beach_%E2%80%93_San_Diegos_Answer_to_Coney_Island\"><\/span>Mission Beach &#8211; San Diego\u2019s Answer to Coney Island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Spanning more than 2 miles along the coast, Mission Beach is a fun-packed oceanfront hub that contains a busy boardwalk, a huge sandy beach and a unique amusement park. Surrounded by a paved walkway around Mission Bay, the entire area has great attractions for tourists and locals alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmontpark.com\/\">Belmont Park<\/a>, Mission Beaches\u2019 old-school amusement park, has a giant dipper roller coaster, and lots of arcades and restaurants, making it ideal for families and tourists who want to enjoy the traditional amusements on offer. You can also visit the nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/seaworld.com\/san-diego\/\">SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park<\/a> to see a whole variety of marine shows as well as close-up views of dolphins and orcas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Finding free parking at Mission Beach can be a little tricky at times although there are several nearby parking lots that you can pay to leave your car in while you\u2019re at the seaside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you\u2019re looking for refreshments on Mission Beach then you\u2019re absolutely spoilt for choice. There are numerous restaurants, cafes and street food vendors to try as well as lots of local bars to have a quiet drink at the end of an exciting day by the sea. For angling enthusiasts, there are a few good fishing sites at the end of South Mission Beach Park where you can cast off directly from the jetty and try your luck at hooking a catch for dinner. There\u2019s also an artificial reef off the coast where you can dive among shipwrecks to see marine life and the remains of the ships up close and personal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d53674.28875414848!2d-117.287244!3d32.7752048!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80deaa0a32eb9923%3A0x1eaa29c4f29dbcf8!2sMission%20Beach%2C%20San%20Diego%2C%20CA%2092109!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1695592623863!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pacific_Beach_%E2%80%93_A_Hangout_for_Hip_and_Trendy_San_Diegans\"><\/span>Pacific Beach &#8211; A Hangout for Hip and Trendy San Diegans<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With something of a reputation for being a party destination for the hip and trendy of San Diego\u2019s surfing and skateboarding communities, <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/top-things-to-do-in-pacific-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pacific Beach<\/a>, or \u2018PB\u2019 for short, is the go-to location for seaside party fun. The 3.5 mile promenade is always full of skaters, cyclists and boisterous teens which means it might not be the best choice for families with children and people who want a quiet day at the seaside!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Even so, Pacific Beach is the ultimate meetup point for the younger generations who want an <a href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/best-bars-in-pacific-beach-san-diego\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">upbeat, lively experience on the shor<\/a>e. There are countless restaurants and raucous bars in the vicinity of the beach and on a warm summer\u2019s evening, you can expect the revelries to go on late into the night!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pacific_beach_600x600.jpg?v=1695847715\" alt=\"Pacific Beach during sunset\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d22405.166543151212!2d-117.26856944635792!3d32.799851530674424!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x80dc01f2b0f64a99%3A0xc4c7f1c9d886f91c!2sCrystal%20Pier%2C%20California%2092109!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1696682836722!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rep_Your_Beach\"><\/span>Rep Your Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every San Diegan has a beach they\u2019d fight for. Now you can wear yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83c\udfce\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.sandiegohumor.com\/products\/la-jolla-ferrari-logo-t-shirt-unisex\">La Jolla T-Shirt<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\ud83c\udfa2 <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.sandiegohumor.com\/products\/mission-beach-t-shirt\">Mission Beach T-Shirt<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\ud83e\udd9c <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.sandiegohumor.com\/products\/ob-parrot-t-shirt\">OB Parrot T-Shirt<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.sandiegohumor.com\/products\/coronado-island-t-shirt\">Coronado Island T-Shirt<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More neighborhoods and styles at <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.sandiegohumor.com\/collections\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shop.sandiegohumor.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With over 70 miles of beaches, in and around the metropolitan area, San Diego has more than its fair share of fantastic coastlines. From family-friendly beaches to exciting surfing and &#8230; <a title=\"Best beaches in San Diego\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/sandiegohumor.com\/the-best-beaches-in-san-diego\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Best beaches in San Diego\"> <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3330,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"","_yoast_wpseo_title":"","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Best beaches in San Diego spanning 70-plus miles of stunning coastline. 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