Things to do - Beaches

In San Diego, the beach is a way of life, a source of pride and joy, a defining influence in people's lives. The recreation list is endless and includes fishing, surfing, diving, boating, beach games, boardwalks and beach trails.

San Diego's coastline has a generally west by southwest orientation and the Continental Shelf extends many miles offshore, protecting us from the brunt of localized North Pacific storm surges and distant Southern Ocean swells. This and a temperate climate make San Diego's beaches safe and pleasant virtually year-round.