Encinitas Information & Resources
Swami’s Beach in Encinitas, California
Swami’s Surf Beach is a famous surfing mecca at the south end of Encinitas, CA. The park at Swami’s Beach is a great vantage point for watching surfers and has shaded areas to enjoy a picnic as well. When the tide isn’t too high, you can walk south for quite a distance into San Elijo State Beach. Walking north leads into a spot below the steep Encinitas bluffs called Boneyards. Several cafes, including Swami’s Cafe, and other restaurants are just a short walk north on Highway 101. There is a long stairway that descends the steep bluff from the parking lot to the beach. If the parking lot is full you will have to park along the highway outside of the park entrance. During low tides some tide pools can be found at the point north from the bottom of the stairs.
- Address
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1298 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024
- Park Name
- Swamis Seaside Park, Sea Cliff Park
- Owner
- City Beach
- Other Names
- Swamis
- Activities
- Surfing, Picnicking, Beach Walking, Tidepooling, Whale Watching
- Amenities
- Restrooms, Showers, Picnic Tables, BBQs, Grass Park, Benches, Tide Pools
- Pet Policy
- No dogs allowed on the beach
- Fees
- Free parking
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