Swimming/Water Play

Hit the waves like a local with our guide to swimming and water activities in the San Diego area. Whether you’re staying in Encinitas, Carlsbad or Oceanside, there are plenty of water activities to keep you cool under that warm Cali sun.

San Elijo State Beach

San Elijo State Beach has a lot to offer for surfers of all skill levels.

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Surf at Swami’s

Swamis is one of the most popular breaks in North County San Diego, and if the crowd doesn’t deter you the wave has a lot to offer

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Moonlight

Moonlight is a popular family beach, with a park and a newly constructed concession stand and equipment rental.

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Beacons

Beacons is a small reef break that is tucked into a cliff side neighborhood, and is very popular for local longboarders.

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Ponto

South Carlsbad State Beach, also known as Ponto, is another great family beach that offers a lot for surfers of all levels.

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Tamarack

Tamarack beach is a section of the a long stretch of beach that eventually combines with Oceanside.

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Surf Lessons

Come and stay at one of our BeachFront Rentals and learn how to surf. It will be easy to get to the beach- just step out your front door.

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Alga Norte Aquatic Center

Alga Norte Aquatic Center is the premiere aquatic facility in North County and features two warm water pools which are the perfect place for programs, lessons and special events.

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Oceanside Harbor

Oceanside Harbor holds several sections with often very good waves. Surfing near the jetty, on either side, can be very dangerous if you are inexperienced,

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Swimming/Water Play

San Elijo State Beach

Surf at Swami’s

Moonlight

Beacons

Ponto

Tamarack

Surf Lessons

Alga Norte Aquatic Center

Oceanside Harbor

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