The allure of the San Diego

Local Attractions

Whether you seek complete tranquility or utter exhilaration — or a blissful balance of both — North County’s outdoor lifestyle offers endless opportunities for golf, horseback riding, hiking, tennis, beach fun at nearby Solana Beach and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, and so much more.

Beaches

Beaches All Attractions Fitness Recreation

All Attractions Beaches Fitness Recreation

La Jolla Cove

17 mi. - La Jolla Cove is a small bay with sea caves that can be explored on foot or by kayak. Swim or snorkel to see Garibaldi fish and other marine life. There are stairs, bathrooms, showers, picnic tables, and gazebos nearby.

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Solana Beach

5 mi. - A highly sought-after beach town in Southern California that boasts 1.7 miles of pristine beaches and four main Beach Parks. It is renowned for its walkability, welcoming surf breaks, natural tidepools, and eclectic downtown areas of Cedros Avenue and Historic Highway 101.

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La Jolla Shores

16.2 mi - La Jolla Shores is a one-mile sandy beach, popular among families and surfers for swimming. It's a great spot for scuba diving and kayaking. The beach is anchored by the Scripps Institute of Oceanography pier and at night, it's alive with beach bonfires.

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