Good spot for many activities, including rock climbing and scuba diving. This was Cheap Date Idea #10 on my blog. Read more.
The Santa Monica Beach Bike Path extends from Will Rogers State Beach, at its northern terminus, south through Venice and Marina Del Rey to the bridge that crosses Ballona Creek. Read more.
The beach is stabilized to some extent by minor rocky breaks in the shoreline & by extensive kelp beds offshore. At Sequit Point you’ll find good surfing, swimming, skin diving & cave/cove clusters. Read more.
Perfect shoreline for skimboarding during mid/high-tide, just be extra cautious hitting those swells!
OMG - you can order wine & beer from the restaurant and enjoy it on the beach with the sand at your feet, sun shining & waves lapping. Everything seems to taste better!
Bypass Zuma Beach for this serene stretch tucked behind the cliffs. It’s a hike to the water but breathtaking rock formations and lack of people are worth it. Bring a jacket and $8 to park. —Rachael
There is always plenty of room at Bolsa Chica for moderate-level surfers to catch a wave, according to Peter Heller, author of KOOK, which explores t the science of surfing. http://bit.ly/pwAiqE
Great place to jog, walk, bike, blade or just sit and people watch. South Mission Jetty to Crystal Pier and back = 5.25 miles. Grab some food @ World Famous if you get hungry.
This beach is full of lush vegetation and great for ship watching and warm mild surf. Coronado made 2010's top 10 beaches making it a must! Read more.
Justin McLachlan, author of the upcoming novel Time Up, here. If you can handle the hike down (and up) this is San Diego's most scenic—and unofficially clothing optional—beaches.
If you want to come to the US Open Sandcastle competition, get here at 7AM!
Go Hike Torrey Pines reserve down to the beach. Reward yourself with a swim to cool off afterward.
One of the smoothest rides found anywhere, often crowded with surfers competing for every wave. It is one of the most idyllic locations where the backdrops are the mansions of the rich and powerful.
Check out the always sunny rooftop patio overlooking Santa Barbara Habour - brilliant!
Great beach with a private feel, walk dogs. Walk, run or just relax on the beach. Parking is limited on the street so be patient. The landscape is gorgeous!!!!
