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Shelter Island

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HIGHLIGHTS

Located on Point Loma's bayfront, Shelter Island can be accessed by Shelter Island Drive. The island is a mile-long with a narrow grassy area, walkways and parking on the bayside; resorts, marinas, and restaurants on the other side; and a street going down the middle.
Shelter Island is a great place for walking and enjoying the spectacular views of Point Loma and the inlet to the bay, North Island, and downtown. Shelter Island has several beautiful monuments and statues, most noteably the Japanese Friendship Bell. The Harbor Police station is located at the west end of the island.

Leading up to Shelter Island, along Shelter Island Drive are several restaurants, yacht retail outlets, boat repairs, and other shops.

BEACHES

Shelter Island Park Beach
A small sandy beach located near a boat launch ramp and fishing pier. The beach offers several fire rings, and sweeping views of San Diego Bay.

ATTRACTIONS

SHORELINE PARKS
Shelter Island Shoreline Park
A public fishing pier, boat launching ramp and sweeping views of the Bay and San Diego skyline.

MUSIC
Humphreys Concert by the Bay

The 1,400 seat outdoor theatre, on San Diego Bay, has been presenting a wide variety of major attractions since 1982.

HOTELS

Shelter Island Hotels, Shelter Island Boutique Hotels, Shelter Island Bayside Hotels
Mid-size hotel resorts with private marinas. San Diego Bay across the street.

EVENTS

Shelter Island Annual YachtFest
September 16 - 20, 2009
Shelter Island will host its annual festival for yacht owners, and those shopping for yachts, in the Port of San Diego, which is reputed to attract more yachts than any other harbor along the Pacific Rim.

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Shelter Island Park on San Diego Bay
Shelter Island Park on San Diego Bay. More Photos
Humphrey' Concerts on the Bay performance
Humphrey' Concerts on the Bay performance at dusk on Shelter Island.
Shelter Island Park walkway beside San Diego Bay
Shelter Island Park walkway beside San Diego Bay. More Photos
 
 
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