Best Beach in San Clemente

"Best for: Being in the heart of the action, walking, people watching, artsy types, swimming, sunbathing, exploring tide pools, shopping, dining, and surfing (but not in the summer). Amenities: Lifeguard, grassy area, walking paths, kids play area, boardwalk, basketball, volleyball, restaurants nearby, restrooms and showers are located on both ends of the beach. Parking: There is a ton of metered street parking and side streets to park along."

"Main Beach is large, easy to find, and is close to shops, restaurants, and parking lots. It has an iconic lifeguard station you’ll probably recognize from TV and movies. One of my favorite aspects of Main Beach is the terraced park that follows it along street level; it’s a great place to have a picnic or just admire the ocean view if you don’t want to get down into the sand."

"Near downtown’s village, Main Beach has volleyball and basketball courts, a playground and restrooms. It's the first beach you see as you come down Laguna Canyon Blvd from the 405 Fwy, and it’s Laguna’s best..."

"Huntington Beach 20211Huntington Beach, CA 92648(714) 841-8644. Located along the Pacific Coast Highway between Seapoint Avenue and 21st Street lies the Huntington Dog Beach, and yes, it’s a beach meant for dogs and their owners to enjoy."

"Dogs can romp in the surf at Huntington Dog Beach, between Goldenwest St and Seapoint Ave, north of Huntington City Beach. Nearly a mile long, it’s a postcard-perfect place to play with your pooch."

"If you're seeking an escape, head down the steep hill to this secluded beach known for its tide pools. Kids love the tide pools, but be aware that the pools are being loved to death. Don’t yank anything from the..."

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"There’s no better time to snap a picture in Laguna Beach than at sunset. The light bathes all corners of the city with gold and the sky is painted a new and unexpected shade of gorgeous every night. Shaw’s Cove, popular with locals and scuba divers, is a peaceful place to watch the sun melt into the Pacific behind a grove of palm trees."

"Known for its tide pools, this beach lets you spot hermit crabs, sea anemones and other curious creatures. Note: During off-season non-summer times, lifeguards are only stationed at the most popular and easily accessible beaches. Call 949-494-6572 for details."

"Shaw’s Cove is a small sandy locals beach tucked away below homes in Laguna Beach, CA. There is a public entrance to Shaw’s at the intersection of Fairview Street and […]"

"Formerly known as McFadden’s Wharf, the Newport Beach Pier offers stunning views of the Huttington Beach, Balboa Pier and the vast Pacific Ocean. The pier is 314.5 meters long and is currently a California Heritage Landmark. You can find a fleet of Dory boats docked here by the Dory fishermen after a long day of fishing."

"Newport Pier is one of several prominent piers in Newport Beach. From this wooden structure you can look south to see the Balboa Pier, the second major pier in the […]"

"You will feel like you have reached the top of the world when you arrive at this playground with breathtaking views of both the Pacific Ocean and Laguna Beach on one side and the far stretching valley of south Orange County on the other. The playground is nestled under some old oaks with a small bridge crossing a “creek” which is the only remnant from the old play equipment. The new structure has a climbing wall, slides, and swings that delight children."

"One thousand and one feet up, this park stretches across 7 acres, looking out at Laguna and Aliso canyons, Saddleback, and the ocean. It’s a wind-swept oasis. Lawns and gardens of coastal sage and wildflowers surround playgrounds and sports fields."

"This restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Temecula, California. The most amazing place for; sweet potato fries, roasted butternut, mac & cheese, ribs, and sandwiches. The healthy food lover’s haven."