La Jolla Shores050

The quintessential Southern California beach with one perfect mile of wide white sand that stretches from the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club to Scripps Pier. The Shores is the best place in La Jolla for watersports such as boogie boarding, surfing, bodysurfing, and beach parties because of the fire pits and sand volleyball courts. Surfboards and boogie boards can be rented on the beach. Volleyball players need to bring their own net and ball. Designated swimming areas separate from surfing areas nonetheless allow boogie boards. Children ought to be supervised so they don't get run over. The best spot on the beach for young children is south toward the entrance at Avenida de la Playa. The waves here are a little smaller, discouraging most of the boogie boarders and crowds. Another advantage is the proximity to the excellent playground wedged between the grass of Kellogg Park and the beach. Because of the plethora of activities available, this beach gets impossibly crowded during the summer. Best to arrive before 10am if you want a decent parking space. Regardless, the walk from car to beach is a long one. If you can handle the trek, plunk yourself down as far north or south of the lifeguard tower as possible so you won't be stepped on all day. Lifeguards are constantly patrolling and there are two sets restroom/shower facilities at either end of the beach.