San Elijo State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
1950 miles
53
°F
0
3
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82
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~3Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 5 AM-10 AM — swimming not recommended
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 11:47 AM: Some shore areas may narrow
About This Beach
San Elijo State Beach in Cardiff-by-the-Sea offers a stunning coastal setting with dramatic cliffs overlooking a wide sandy beach. Popular with surfers, the beach also has areas suitable for families, although access involves stairs. Amenities include restrooms, showers (token-operated), and nearby restaurants and shops. The campground, though highly rated, is often crowded and close to road and train noise.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
Pet Friendly
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/19/2026, 4:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 54° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 53° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 53° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 54° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 61° | 1 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 65° | 3 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 67° | 4 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/19/2026, 4:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 67°F | 2.2 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -3.0 ft |
| 05:00 | 67°F | 2.2 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -3.3 ft |
| 06:00 | 67°F | 2.2 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -2.9 ft |
| 07:00 | 67°F | 2.2 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -2.1 ft |
| 08:00 | 67°F | 2.2 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -0.9 ft |
| 09:00 | 67°F | 2.2 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | +0.1 ft |
| 10:00 | 67°F | 2.1 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | +0.9 ft |