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Sep 16 2022

DAY TRIP: Solana Beach

Welcome to Solana Beach! You already know about the about our wide sandy beaches, but there is so much more to this little town by the sea. Here are a few great places to explore next time you visit.

CEDROS AVENUE DESIGN DISTRICT
S. Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Discover more than 85 merchants, artisans, one-of-a-kind curators and collectors. Fashion boutiques, fine jewelry, home and interior design, art galleries, outdoor cafes and more, all clustered along a peaceful 2½ blocks in Solana Beach.
Cedros Avenue Design District

NORTH COAST REPERTORY THEATRE
987 Lomas Santa Fe, Suite D, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Striving for excellence, North Coast Rep continues to be truly one of San Diego’s Best intimate theatres. For over 30 years, the theatre has received critical acclaim from media and audiences alike. If you like theatre, this is a great place to see a show.
North Coast Rep

BELLY UP TAVERN
143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach, CA 92075
Music lovers… you must see a show at the Belly Up. Since 1974, Belly Up has been hosting legends and emerging artists. Your old favorites are always a treat to see, you can “belly up” to the stage and nearly touch them. Upcoming artists include The English Beat, Candlebox, Suzanne Vega, and Christopher Cross.
Belly Up

SOLANA BEACH FARMERS MARKET
444 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Sundays 12pm – 4pm
If you want to taste fresh local produce or pick up a bouquet of fresh flowers, be sure to visit Solana Beach Farmers Market. Buy your favorite fruits and vegetables for you to cook your dinner later on or head to the food court for lunch.
Solana Beach Farmers Market

COASTAL RAIL TRAIL
Via de la Valle & Hwy 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075
This segment of the vibrant Coastal Rail Trail is a 1.5-mile path that follows an old railroad track running north to south the whole length of Solana Beach. This trail features artworks that are like hidden treasures meant to be discovered. The trail is a part of a larger project called Rails-to-Trails, a system of trails traversing much of the region’s coastal areas. The views from the north end at Harbaugh Trails are stunning!
Coastal Rail Trail

ANNIE’S CANYON
126 Solana Point Cir, Solana Beach, CA 92075
This short hike along San Elijo Lagoon leads to one of the few slot canyons in San Diego County. See panoramic views of both the Pacific Ocean and the San Elijo Lagoon, with naturally eroding sandstone walls engulfing you.
Annie’s Canyon Trail

CARRUTH CELLARS URBAN WINERY
118 S Cedros Avenue #C, Solana Beach, CA 92075
12pm – 10pm (daily)
At the end of your day adventuring around Solana Beach, stop by Carruth Cellars to taste the finest quality of wines. Sourced from the top vineyards in Central and Northern California, Carruth Cellars has been producing wines that have won awards for its quality.
Carruth Cellars Urban Winery

Apr 02 2021

Fun on the Water in San Diego

Watercraft Rentals

When you stay at a Stubbs Vacation Beach Home in Solana Beach, Del Mar or Encinitas, you’ll want to make the most of your time with an outing on our warm waters! Known for it’s perfect climate and top notch beaches, a day on the water is the way to go!

Head up to Carlsbad Lagoon (officially Agua Hedionda Lagoon) where you can rent a kayak, stand-up paddleboard or even an aquacycle from California Watersports. They also offer Bayliner speed boats, pontoons, and Craig Cat two-person pontoons. While out on the water, you’re sure to see jumping fish, snowy egrets and sandpipers. The lagoon is great for beginners due to its small size, calm waters, and minimal boat traffic.

For an all day adventure, pack a lunch and drive south to Mission Bay, San Diego. Mission Bay Sport Center has a wide variety of watercraft to rent. Jet Skis and Wave Runners, pontoon boats, sail boats, catamarans, stand-up paddle boards, kayaks and pedal boats make a fun day for the whole family. They even have jet pack rentals so you can blast off above the water! While out cruising in Mission Bay, you may encounter a Great Blue Heron, Western Grebe or even dolphins!

San Diego Bay Cruises located in downtown San Diego offers not only a San Diego Harbor tour, but also sport fishing excursions, sunset cruises, dinner cruises and even snorkel and scuba diving. This is the best choice if you’re looking to be on a big sightseeing tour or chartered boat. There’s a wide variety of boats and ships to satisfy your whole family! Head out on a whale watching trip and be awed by these incredible sea creatures.

For an educational experience on the water, book a kayak tour at La Jolla Cove with Everyday California. Experienced guides will take you on an unforgettable tour of La Jolla Ecological Reserve, a Marine Protected Area that’s home to a thriving underwater ecosystem that boasts one of the highest concentrations of sea-life in all of California! Kayak through the underwater park to experience La Jolla’s Seven Sea Caves, one of San Diego’s coolest attractions. Seasons change, but we’re always running: throughout the summer months you’ll have a chance to see one of the biggest Leopard Shark gatherings in the world, and in the winter witness Gray Whales on their annual migration from Alaska to Baja California.

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Feb 03 2021

Hiking Around Solana Beach

You don’t have to go far to explore some great hiking trails in and around Solana Beach. Whether you are heading out for a jog, some bird watching or just need some fresh air, these three parks will satisfy your outdoor needs.

Nature Collective / San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center

Nestled between Cardiff, Encinitas, Solana Beach and Rancho Santa Fe, the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve is peaceful and beautiful. From sunrise to sunset, explore 7 miles of easy-to-moderate trails and hike the quarter-mile, moderate-to-strenuous Annie’s Canyon Trail. Trails connect wetland habitats of coastal strand, salt marsh, freshwater/brackish marsh, riparian scrub, coastal sage scrub, and mixed chaparral. Sharp eyes will spot mule deer, Great Blue Heron, or California King Snakes. Kids will enjoy TRACK Trails, a nature-themed scavenger hunts to win prizes online.

https://thenaturecollective.org/

San Dieguito River Park

Starting at the ocean in Del Mar, the San Dieguito River Park has more than 65 miles of trails. Trails are open year-round for day use free of charge and offer all levels of difficulty. Most trails are open to hikers, bikers, and equestrians. Our backbone multi-use trail – the Coast to Crest Trail – extends from the ocean at Del Mar to the San Dieguito River’s source on Volcan Mountain near Julian. About 48 miles of the planned 71 miles of the Coast to Crest Trail is completed. In addition, over 20 miles of auxiliary trails within the River Park are open. Auxiliary trails are not part of the Coast to Crest Trail, and may have limited use regulations which will be clearly noted.

http://www.sdrp.org/

San Dieguito County Park

Located just a short distance from the Pacific Ocean in beautiful Del Mar, San Dieguito County Park offers a variety of recreational activities including 5 miles of hiking trails, five playgrounds, a baseball field, a basketball court, a wedding gazebo, pavilions and picnic areas, and BBQs. Discover picturesque views from Activity Hill – complete with 10 fitness stations, three hillside ladders and lookout platforms, two suspension bridges, and two TRACK Trails for kids. Look out to see the coast and miles of north county communities. Look down to see large open lawns lined with mature trees and two tranquil duck ponds.

http://www.sdparks.org/content/sdparks/en/park-pages/SanDieguito.html

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May 05 2020

The Beaches of Solana Beach

The City of Solana Beach encompasses 1.7 miles of beachfront bordered on the north by Cardiff State Beach, and on the south by the City of Del Mar. The beachfront is divided into four main Beach Parks: Fletcher Cove, Tide Beach Park, Seascape Surf, and Del Mar Shores. These beaches provide a wide variety of recreational activities for City residents and visitors. Below is a description of each beach park located in the City of Solana Beach when not affected by Covid-19.

FLETCHER COVE: Fletcher Cove, also commonly known as Pillbox because of its history as a WWII Gunnery installation, is the main beach park in the City of Solana Beach. Located at 111 S. Sierra, at the end of Plaza street where Lomas Santa Fe Boulevard meets the beach, Fletcher Cove offers easy public access.
A public parking lot located at the Cove as well as free street parking ensure that parking is seldom a problem for visitors traveling to the beach by vehicle. Fletcher Cove is also conveniently located only a few hundred yards from the Solana Beach train station, providing easy access to those visitors traveling to Solana Beach via Amtrak and the Coaster rail lines.
Public access leads from the parking lot to a beautiful beach with excellent recreational opportunities for surfing, surf-fishing, swimming, body-boarding, jogging, and walking. There are public showers and restroom facilities as well as picnic tables, playground and a basketball court located on top of the bluffs next to the Marine Safety Department Headquarters.
Lifeguards are on duty year round at Fletcher Cove, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the winter months, and from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. during the summer months.

TIDE BEACH PARK: Located approximately 1/2 mile north of Fletcher Cove, Tide Beach Park can be reached via the public access located at 302 Solana Vista Drive, at the intersection of Solana Vista and Pacific.
Parking at Tide Park is limited to free street parking. The park is equipped with showers, but there are no public restrooms. The beach itself is mostly known for its large reef, or “Table Tops,” and its beautiful tide pools located at the park’s northern border. Tide Park provides excellent recreational opportunities for surfing, surf-fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming, body-boarding, jogging, and walking.
Lifeguards are on duty at Tide Park only during the summer months from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

SEASCAPE SURF: Known to many surfers as Cherry Hill, Seascape Surf (or Seascape Sur) is situated approximately 1/2 mile south of Fletcher Cove. Public access to the Beach Park is provided via a stairway located at 501 S. Sierra Avenue.
In addition to free street parking, free parking is also available in a public parking lot located across the street from the beach access. Public showers are located above the beach access, but there are no public restrooms. Wide sandy beaches provide excellent recreational opportunities for beach activities such as walking, jogging, and Frisbee throwing. Seascape Surf is also an excellent location for surfing, surf-fishing, swimming, body-boarding, snorkeling, and other water related activities.
Lifeguards are on duty at Seascape Surf only during the summer months from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

DEL MAR SHORES is located approximately 3/4 miles from Fletcher Cove at the City’s Southern border. Access to Del Mar Shores is provided via a public stairway located at 180 Del Mar Shores Terrace.
There is free street parking as well as three small free public parking lots located near the intersection of Del Mar Shores Terrace and Sierra Avenue. There are no public showers or restrooms located at the beach park. However, the beach park does provide a scenic viewpoint and excellent recreational opportunities for surfing, surf-fishing, swimming, body-boarding, snorkeling, jogging, walking, and picnicking.
Lifeguards are on duty at Del Mar Shores only during the summer months from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.