And if you’re looking to spend the night, luxury awaits you at “The Del.”
Thepopular beachalso has a skate park, basketball courts, and the iconic Muscle Beach outdoor gym.
Families, meanwhile, will find vintage rides and ocean views at theBalboa Fun Zoneamusement park.
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In real life, they’re popular among local rock climbers.
It includes a section for waterskiing, wave running, Jet Skiing, and sailing.
Be sure to go during low tide because the beach is pretty narrow and likely to be submerged otherwise.
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Order a Mai Tai and the poke bowl to enjoy on the ocean-facing patio.
The upscale property has suites and villas for those who want to stay a few days.
The beaches here characteristically curl around the ocean and create protected coves ideal for diving and snorkeling.
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Snag a lounge chair by the pool and enjoy the sunset over the Pacific Ocean.
It’s also heaven for birders.
Hotels and shops ascend the dusty hills and wrap around a yacht-dotted harbor.
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DJs liven up the beach bar on Saturdays in the summer.
Descanso Beach is within walking distance of the town and costs just $2 to get in.
The pier is also a top spot for fishing.
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In town, shops, restaurants, and pubs provide lots to do when your beach time is done.
you might also enjoy theregionally renowned brunchat the early-1900s pier within a 10-minute stroll away.
Birds love this secluded little pocket about as much as the average sunbather.
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