Nir-va-na |nərˈvänə| “Year round idyllic weather & miles of sandy shoreline“
It’s no wonder our beaches rank high in “beach-goer” satisfaction. From sun drenched coves, to towering bluffs, to miles of flat sandy expanses…pack ‘em in or solitary spots, we have it all!
San Diego’s Top 10 Beaches…
1. Coronado – Tons of white sand, family-friendly, romantic! Voted 4th “Best Beach” in USA
2. Mission Beach - Amusement Park, beach & surf sports. College student haven for socializing
3. La Jolla Shores -Gentle waves, scuba, snorkeling, ecological preserve & beach boat launch
4. Del Mar - Lots of sand, good surf (all levels), a dog-friendly beach & Torrey Pines Park
5. Pacific Beach – Party beach (think Venice Beach), boardwalk, rollerblading, biking, jogging
6. Moonlight Beach – Encinitas favorite! Volleyball, playground, picnic area, lots of sand, surfing
7. La Jolla Cove – Small & idyllic, can get crowded. Tide pools, clear water, snorkeling, child-friendly
8. Carlsbad – 7 miles of sand, beach sports, picnic areas, family-friendly, lagoons & sea walk
9. Mission Bay Park – Family-friendly, huge grassy parks, water activities, children’s play areas
10. Ocean Beach – Funky, laid back (think Haight-Ashbury) Antique shops, rip tides & a dog beach
And for pro surfers…
Windansea Beach – A surf magazine favorite. Big shore break, locals “territory”, for experienced surfers, coves & rock formations (above & under water)
Different beaches are best for different reasons. I love the Dog Beach in Ocean Beach, which even has a doggie drinking fountain.
Sunset Beach is great for watching a spectacular sunset. And you can’t forget Black’s Beach, San Diego’s clothing optional beach.
I agree! Being very familiar with all of our beaches, I find each one has something special. Black’s with its pristine expanse of sand & towering bluffs as a backdrop. Sunset for its jaw-dropping sunsets. And, who doesn’t like OB’s dog beach?! How about San Onofre? Often forgot about, with beaches right out of a 50’s Elvis movie!