Swamis Beach
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Swamis Beach
(approx) 1240 South Coast Hwy
Encinitas, California (map)
More info: Encinitas Parks & Recreation
BEACH HIGHLIGHTS
Activities
Swamis Beach is named after the Self Realization Fellowship Retreat (SRF), located just north. This Encinitas beach is a haven for surfers, with its great surf break. Some of the locals have been surfing Swami’s beach for decades.
Swamis beach is a good spot for diving, where kelp beds make their home a quarter mile off shore. Divers should enter and leave the beach away from the surfing area.
Swimmers should also stay clear of the surfing area. Watch for rocks underneath the water.
Swamis connects with several miles of uninterrupted beaches, from the San Elijo Lagoon inlet to South Carlsbad Beach jetty, making this area a paradise for walking and jogging.
Park and Picnic Area
Swamis is located at the base of bluffs, where a wooden stairway makes its way down. A parking lot and Seacliff Roadside Park are on top of the bluffs. The park is small, but has a picnic area and public restrooms, and a great view of the ocean and coastline.
Tide Pools
During low tide, you can explore the Swamis Tide Pools just north of the stairway. These tide pools are some of the best in the county and popular destination for school field trips.
Strange Beauty
The beach surroundings have a strange beauty with the rocks jetting out of the sand and the plants and palm trees growing out of the sculptured bluffs.
Swami's beach resides at a point along the coast, which makes it a distinct landmark when viewed from the south. The point also offers a great view looking south.
Nearby Attractions
The beach is a close walk to restaurants and shops along Hwy 101 in Encinitas.
Moonlight State Beach and Encinitas Downtown are to the north and San Elijo State Beach and Cardiff Village are to the south.
AMENITIES
High above Swamis beach on a cliff, you’ll find Seacliff Roadside Park with picnic tables, barbecues, restrooms, phone, and parking lot.
SEA CLIFF PARK
Swam’s beach has its own free lot, albeit a small one that is almost always full, above the beach. Try on the highway or behind the nearby and funky Self-Realization Fellowship compound.
REGULATIONS
No dogs, alcohol, or glass allowed. No fires
MORE DETAILS
Hours
Beach Parking: 5am - 10pm
Beach Use: 4am - 2am
Locations
1298 South Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA
Lifeguards
Lifeguard Towers Open: 10am - 6pm during the
Summer Season (late June to Labor Day)
Contact Encinitas Lifeguards:
505 South Vulcan
Encinitas, CA 92924
Emergency (760) 633-2750
Business (760) 633-2748
Junior Lifeguards
(760) 633-2752
Fax (760) 633-2626
CONCLUSION
Swamis Beach is famous for its surfing, but good for its tide pools and quality sand.
Beachgoers can enjoy the seclusion offered by the tall cliffs.
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Hand-carved, painted sign at entrance to Swami's Beach and Sea Cliff Park. More Photos »Stairway leads from parking lot and Sea Cliff Park atop bluff to beach below.
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