Cardiff State Beach
California State Beach · San Diego County
HoursGates open at 7am and close at Sunset.
Entrance fee$12–$25 / vehicle
CountySan Diego
CampingDay use only
Cardiff State Beach entrance fee
$12–$25 per vehicle
Cardiff State Beach hours
Gates open at 7am and close at Sunset.
Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
About Cardiff State Beach
A gently sloping sand beach on the San Diego coast with comparatively warm water. Good for swimming and non-motorised watersports, with a lagoon behind the strand.
Things to do
- 🚲 Biking
- 🏊 Swimming
- 🎣 Fishing
- 🧭 Geocaching
Amenities & facilities
- 🚻 Restrooms
- ♿ Accessible Facilities
- 🌞 Day Use Only
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Contact
Phone760-720-7001
Address2570 S Coast Highway 101, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007
🎒 Gear up for Cardiff State Beach
Popular gear for what this park offers:
- Fishing rods
- Bike helmets
- Water shoes
- Handheld GPS
- Bug spray
- Tackle kits
- Bike lights
- Quick-dry towels
- Compasses
- Sunscreen
- First aid kit
- Water bottles
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