San Elijo State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
1950 miles
69
°F
3
3
mph
79
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~3Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 10 AM-3 PM — swimming not recommended
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended at 1 PM (UV Index 7)
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.
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Beach Overview
Pet Friendly
Amenities
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Activities & Rentals
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 9:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 68° | 2 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 70° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 71° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 71° | 6 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 72° | 7 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 73° | 6 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 72° | 6 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 9:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 69°F | 2.6 ft | 11s | ← W | +1.1 ft |
| 10:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.6 ft |
| 11:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.3 ft |
| 12:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.1 ft |
| 13:00 | 69°F | 2.8 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 69°F | 2.8 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.7 ft |
| 15:00 | 69°F | 2.8 ft | 11s | ← W | +1.3 ft |