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Best Beach Walks in San Diego
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items A curated journey along San Diego’s sun-kissed coastlines—where every step brings the rhythmic pulse of the Pacific, the whisper of salt air, and views that linger like a dream. From rugged cliffs carved by crashing waves to soft sandy stretches perf...
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Classic & Scenic
Golden Hour Favorites
Hidden + Local Favorites
Classic & Scenic
The must-walks. Sweeping ocean views, soft sand, and all the reasons people move here.
Gentle and stunning. Start on the flat sand and follow the coastline past surfers, seals, and sea caves. Bonus: grab a coffee at Goldfish Point Café after.
La Jolla Cove (Water) to La Jolla Shores - 3 ways to travel via line 30 bus
Clifftop trails with panoramic views that drop down to the beach. A little cardio, a lot of payoff.
Torrey Pines Beach Trail Loop, California
Wide sands, happy dogs, and a perfect route for barefoot walks at low tide. Feels peaceful, even when it's busy.
Dog Friendly Beaches | Del Mar, CA - Official Website
Golden Hour Favorites
These are all about timing. Go late in the day for a little magic.
Short but unforgettable. Rugged cliffs, dramatic drop-offs, and waves crashing below. Park, walk, stay for the show.
Sunset Cliffs Coastal Trail (Linear Park)
Rougher sand, iconic surf shack, and sculpted rocks that glow at dusk. Not a long walk—just a perfect one.
Windansea Beach (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
Wide, soft, and golden. Walk north from the hotel for quieter stretches and panoramic views of Point Loma.
Hotel del Coronado | San Diego's Legendary Beach Resort
Hidden + Local Favorites
Less obvious routes with quieter beauty and local charm.
Flat, peaceful, and ends at the edge of the sea. Great for sunset, sea breeze, and a sense of stillness.
South Mission Beach | City of San Diego Official Website
Bluff-backed sands and a tucked-away feel. Tidepool hunting if you time it right.
TIDE BEACH PARK - Updated May 2025 - 54 Photos & 11 Reviews
Unpretentious and under-the-radar. Watch surfers, seabirds, and Mexico in the distance.
Imperial Beach Pier