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Moonlight State Beach

Contact Info
Phone:
760-633-2740
Basics
Location:
Near Encitas (north of San Diego) in extreme southwest California.
Type:
State Parks
Elevation:
Sea level feet

Description

This wide, sandy beach offers swimming, surfing and fishing. Facilities include volleyball and tennis courts, recreational equipment rentals and a snack bar. The "moonlight" in the name of this beach comes from the fact that local residents used to come to the area for midnight picnics in the early 1900s.

Hours + Fees

Season:
Dawn to sunset

Map + Directions

Basic Directions
The beach is located west of I-5 on Encinitas Boulevard in Encinitas.
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