La Jolla Shores

8200 Camino del Oro
La Jolla, CA 92037

Neighborhood:
La Jolla
Type:
Beach
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Description - La Jolla Shores is a sandy beach approximately one mile long, adjacent to a residential area. In summer, waves at this beach are usually the most gentle of all San Diego beaches, although rip currents may still be strong at times. For this reason, many novice scuba classes are held at La Jolla Shores. Kellogg Park, a grassy area, is located behind the main lifeguard station and is ideal for picnicking. A wide cement boardwalk parallels a portion of the beach between the park and the sand.

Lifeguard Protection - A permanent lifeguard station is located adjacent to the main parking lot at the foot of Calle Frescota. This station is generally staffed daily from 9:00 a.m. to near dusk. Closing hours vary based on time of year. Check at the lifeguard station for further details.

Rip Currents - Most California beaches experience strong rip currents. The best advice is to swim near a lifeguard.

Water Activity Zones - This beach has separate water areas reserved for swimming and surfing. Check with lifeguards for tails.

Surfing - Surfing is permitted in specified areas and waves tend to be relatively small.

Scuba - The south end of the beach near the foot of Vallecitos is heavily used by scuba diving classes. There is a submarine canyon off the beach and the protection offered by the San Diego La Jolla Ecological Reserve ensures the presence of sea life.

Restrooms and Showers - Public restroom and showers are located 100 yards north and south of the main lifeguard tower.

Parking - A 350 space parking lot (8 disabled spaces) can be found at the foot of Calle Frescota next to the lifeguard tower. In summer, this lot fills to capacity by mid-day. Limited on street parking may be available.

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