Suggestions for Beach near San Diego

Shannon L. • March 19, 2019Great, wide beach with soft sand and nicely maintained walkways/facilities

Brad H. • November 19, 2015Beautiful beach, & park. Very crowded making it a great place for people watching. A number of places within walking distance for food, beer, and cocktails.

CENTURY 21 Award • April 11, 2012We love the early evenings when the houses start turning their lights on. The boardwalk is positively beautiful for a stroll.

Chuck B. • April 24, 2018San Diego has the best beaches!!! I highly recommend PB for it’s laid back young vibe. They also have some really cool surf shops and restaurants on the boardwalk too.

Ann L. • May 28, 2017Gorgeous beach. Not overcrowded on the Saturday we went. Loved it!

Lina B. • December 2, 2022Beautiful beach with lots of seals, sea lions, pellicans, and other types of birds. Just be prepared for the strong stench. Hat off to anyone brave enough to swim there.

Christian D. • July 19, 2010most relaxing and laid back beach in San Diego, the pier and the cliffs are a bonus!

Neha D. • November 13, 2016Good beach... fantastic views... amazing sunsets! Dog friendly later at night! Parking is tough to find...

Dirty B. • September 7, 2014Fun little beach especially to watch the sunset

Tai K. • March 19, 2020Large beach for walking and great tide pools!

Adam Friedman R. • September 16, 2018Absolutely gorgeous view of the cliffs, the beach and the Surfers. A great little grassy area for yoga stretching or just chilling out.

Paul S. • March 27, 2015What a great place... The sheer size is awesome.

Marie D. • December 4, 2011Grab a beach chair, book, sunglasses and a sunscreen , a blanket in winter and spend the day with crashing waves and ionic charged air. Awesomeness.

Lindsey O. • May 19, 2014Really nice beach! Lots of room and good swimming areas.

Adveturer • July 29, 2013Love the beach, bring water and tennis shoes for the climb. By the cliff side is very calm and quiet, perfect to relax and lie down naked and enjoy the sun. Water is too cold, even in summer days.

Ece • March 7, 2018Great point to watch sunset!

K12 Inc • August 12, 2011Did you know? On any given day, between 50 and 200 harbor seals congregate on the beach. During pupping season (beginning in January) 10 to 20 seal pups are born at Children’s Pool.

Ashley N. • February 28, 2013The waves are killer

Allison L. • December 11, 2016Beautiful beach with pretty responsible owners. Great views of Islands on a clear day

Lexi W. • April 6, 2013Amazing view.

Ashok B. • May 24, 2017Great place.. isolated from rest of the beaches. Get your skis down

Gilbert L. • April 14, 2011Quite and low key locals beach. No restrooms or showers. Local neighborhood street parking a block away.

Michele G. • July 14, 2011Great SUP location

Annie D. • August 12, 2016This beach is awesome. The water was the perfect temperature today. I also found a sand dollar. Love it.

Kristen F. • August 16, 2015Amazing sunset views a cute little beach are that you can climb down to.

Tim H. • July 13, 2011Renting a house here? Park overnight on El Carmel Point instead of trying to negotiate tiny garages/spots that houses provide. Plenty of food in walking distance

Lee M. • July 17, 2011Great beach. Remember surf etiquette. Do not drop in on anyone!

Kelly M. • April 18, 2017A nice place to run , row w crew, and sail. Always great place to visit with friends

Sean M. • June 30, 2017Great spot for a beach BBQ

Kathie Z. • September 30, 2012Mission Bay Park is an excellent park for kids. Plenty of swings and slides with lots of space to play, fly kites and enjoy a picnic.