Highlights
Moonlight State Beach, a few blocks west of downtown
Encinitas, offers all the fine beach perks that
make for a nice day on the beautiful Pacific Ocean,
including picnic areas with tables, lifeguards,
restrooms, fire rings, volleyball courts, and
public parking.
Moonlight State Beach is a family / locals
kind of beach that is flat, sandy, and perfect
for a picnic and a day of sunning. The athletically
inclined will find some serious volleyball at
the three beach courts. Encinitas has a flea
market each weekend. Pick up snacks and picnic
items from downtown or grab a bite to eat at
the Encinitas Café (531 South Highway
101), which serves American-style food and breakfast
all day.
Logistics
There’s a public parking lot above Moonlight
State Beach that usually has ample spaces. However,
during the summer, it can fill up. Arrive early
or you may end up parking on the street.
Getting There
Take I-5 to Encinitas Boulevard and go west.
Encinitas Boulevard turns into “B”
Street, where the beach is located, after crossing
Highway 101. Street. Those with time on their
hands can take the Amtrak “Coaster”
train up the coast to Encinitas. The station
is about five blocks from the beach.
For loading and unloading beach gear, the parking
lots have convenient loading zones — great
for families with children.
Insider
Tips
Moonlight State Beach is one of our favorites
for families with children. The beach is well
monitored by lifeguards and has a nice playground,
clean plentiful restrooms, and outdoor showers.
It also has a snack bar, which comes in handy
when the kids need a treat like soda or ice
cream. If you want a little more privacy, simply
walk north or south along the beach..
Econo Lodge Encinitas
State Beach Hotel provides outstanding hospitality.
Staff always welcome guests with open hearts
and provide best amenities which includes wireless
internet, swimming facilities, pet’s accommodation
etc…. Hurry and enjoy the exotic tour
to California Beaches by simply making your
reservation online.
