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Windansea Beach

6800 Neptune Place, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92083
619-221-8874
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Ranked #6 of 24 attractions in La Jolla
Type: Beaches
Activities: Surfing
Description: A famous beach for surfing.
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San Diego, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful sandy beaches where the locals & surfer hang out. My husband proposed to me at this location so it will always be one of my most favorite place in SD. There's ample street parking.

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San Diego, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

This is a nice place to come stroll in the evening to see the sunset. It is the typical southern California beach scene. It is fun to watch people hanging out on the beach.

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Bonita, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

love the activity and people-watching...lots to take in w views, tidepools, sealife, and surfers. we stop by often to watch surfers & sunsets...pretty neighborhood too.

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Fife
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We drove along the coast stopping at most of the beaches. They were all lovely, this one especially. Lots of little streets with unique houses make it a great place to stroll around. If you surf you'll be in heaven.

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Imperial Beach, California, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Very quiet and hidden, this is a great beach for photo sessions and you wont be dissapointed-even if it is cloudy out!!

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Glens Falls, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Crazy surf! It's fun to watch. It's a gorgeous beach and there are very nice houses nearby. Great section of La Jolla.

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Vista, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

If you are into Surfing and surf lore, this is a must visit. Not a beginners beach to learn how to surf. Try La Jolla shores for that. Big surf and fast rides when things are cranking. Locals use to be hostile to outsiders but those were the days when La Jolla was a Village and not the mega bucks... More

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Encinitas, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

and i went there in my youth all the time. it used to be secluded. can't say how populated it is now. the swimming is rough but the beach is just beautiful. and the view spectacular. start your walk here and walk to the cove. my memories are the finest.

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La Jolla, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Most people run for the hills when trying to park at Windansea Beach, be patient, its worth it. The beach is never terribly crowded and it has a local young and hip crowd most of the time. Pack lunch and take a few steps down to get there to relax, swim and catch the sunset.

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Solana Beach, California
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

As a San Diego resident for 40 years, I can attest that we have great beaches. But I think this is the best. Smaller and more intimate than La Jolla shores and Del Mar, and great surfing lore!

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