North County Coastal

Unique seaside villages with that quintessential SoCal surf vibe
People walk along a sandy cliffside trail overlooking the ocean, with houses and palm trees in the background on a clear day.

Explore North Coastal's Neighborhoods

Anchored by historic Highway 101, San Diego's North County Coastal region has a laid-back, SoCal vibe all its own, not to mention some of the finest surfing anywhere. You'll find plenty of dining options, shopping opportunities and much more here, plus craft brew tasting rooms, urban wineries and seaside watering holes. And if you're looking for outdoor adventures, North County Coastal San Diego has plenty — starting with surfing and stand-up paddleboarding and taking in everything from hiking and biking to horseback riding and sportfishing. There's a little of everything in North County Coastal, a place with a satisfying fusion of serenity and stoke.

Exploring Encinitas

Encinitas

Aerial coastline view of Carlsbad in San Diego

Carlsbad

Sunset on Oceanside Pier in San Diego

Oceanside

A coastal town with houses lined along the shore, waves crashing on the beach, and rolling hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Del Mar

A view of the Cardiff-By-The-Sea sign with the ocean in the background.

Cardiff-By-The-Sea

Golfers at Torrey Pines Golf Course overlooking the ocean with paragliders

Rancho Santa Fe

Aerial shot of the Solana Beach Neighborhood

Solana Beach

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