Beaches

With 70 miles of Pacific coastline, San Diego offers more than world-class surf. Beyond famous breaks are calm, family-friendly beaches with gentle waters ideal for young swimmers. Discover seven welcoming spots where little visitors and their families can relax, play, and enjoy the ocean together.

San Diego's 70 miles of coastline offer families a variety of beaches that are perfect for swimming, surfing, sandcastle building, and any other family beach activity.

If you're already a devoted surfer, you'll find a variety of different waves and conditions along San Diego's 70 miles of open ocean coastline to beckon you to paddle out. If you're a beginner, San Diego is an ideal place to learn to hang ten. You can also simply take...

Coastal San Diego County is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in Southern California. These seven San Diego beach hikes highlight the best of the SD coast.

After a day of swimming, surfing and sunbathing, there is no better way to enjoy a San Diego evening than relaxing next to a crackling bonfire on the beach with family and friends. Many of San Diego's popular beaches come equipped with fire pits that are available for use year-round...