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San Diego Beaches

Beaches, Beaches, Beaches. San Diego has 70 miles of beaches...and each beach has its own flavor. How will you know which beach is right for you or your family. Believe it or not, there are different beaches for different needs.

There are south-facing and west-facing beaches; there are beaches that are great for kids and others that are not. Some are great for sunsets and others are good for people watching. So, pack a cooler, grab a chair and head to the beach.

SMOKING is banned on all beaches in San Diego County except for state beaches. The City of San Diego banned cigarette smoking at all city parks and beaches. Fines start at $250. SMOKERS BEWARE!!?

May 1, 2007- The City of San Diego-City Council broadened an 8-month-old ban on smoking, extending it to fishing piers, sea walls and boardwalks at city beaches and to Cabrillo Bridge, and the span over state Route 163 at Balboa Park.

ALL beaches in San Diego except for Coronado's Silver Strand, Solana Beach and Camp Pendleton have a NO ALCOHOL policy.

Robert Paine Scripps Forum
Scripps Institution of Oceanography is world famous. Scripps Institution has pioneered and led the way. In 2009, in the wake of worldwide environmental concerns . . . read more

Imperial Beach Pier in South San Diego
San Diego is heaven. Some folks believe that in San Diego you can even walk on water while visiting San Diego beaches. There are four places you can walk on water, here's one . . . read more

The Secret Story of the Coronado Cays
People have gone hog wild for Coronado since the 1800's. The Hotel Del Coronado was built in 1888. This pristine, beautiful community, however, has more stories beneath . . . read more

Spotting the Green Flash at Sunset
Sometimes you see it and sometimes you don't. Whatever the case, it is worth taking a look every time you go to one of San Diego's beaches to catch the sunset . . . read more

Dog Friendly Beaches in San Diego
Best dog beaches to take your best friend. . . . read more

Best Surf Spots in San Diego
San Diego's best surf spots are a closely held secret amongst locals but, have a look at these great spots. . . . read more

San Diego Beach and Water Conditions
Know before you go. Today's beach conditions are . . . read more

California Surf Museum
Do you eat, sleep and drink surfing? Why not visit the California Surf Museum? . . . read more

San Diego Surfing History
If you love surfing, check out this book about the California beach culture . . . read more

Coronado Beaches
Psst..we have some San Diego secret beaches for you to check out. San Diego beaches are still free so parking can be a pain, but these beaches you can sneak into with ease. . . . read more

Peace Rock Ocean Beach California
Mysterious artwork rises from the Sunset Cliffs . . . read more

Cabrillo National Monument Point Loma
One of the best views of San Diego and the Pacific Ocean can be found at this long peninsula that is owned and preserved by the federal government. Certain parts of the Cabrillo National Monument are open to the public and some are not so be sure to mind the signs . . . read more

Surfing Spots in San Diego
We wish we could tell you the secret spots but...the local surfers won't want us to talk about their favorite surf spots in San Diego. . . . read more

Best Beaches in San Diego for Sun Seekers
San Diego's coast offers sun seekers with many golden opportunities for catching rays... . . . read more

La Jolla Seals Children's Pool