La Jolla Underwater Park — Attraction in Solana Beach

Locals refer to this area as the caves at La Jolla Cove. The actual La Jolla Cove Beach is immediately northwest but is a protected marine preserve with no kayaks allowed. Thus, the only entry point is a mile away at La Jolla Shores Beach where you can rent kayaks. It’s about a 20 minute paddle. Plan on 2 hours total. You may see leopard sharks, stingrays, eels, sea lions. If you want to get a feel for the area but you don’t have time or you don’t want to be on the water you can see if the cave store is open. It’s $5 to walk down 144 stairs into a cave. Be sure to do the short hike behind and below the cave store for great coastline and wildlife views. Sea lions, pelicans, kormorants. Recommended Walk - from the Cave store to the Cove, down to the children’s pool sea wall, finishing at tide pools. Gelato at Bobboi or...

OMG! MUST SEE IN SAN DIEGO! I get to swim/ snorkel with sea lions , gorgeous fish and other marine life. This place is magical & so close to home. Very meditative to go here for thinking and relaxation!

It is thought, quite touristy on the weekends. I prefer to go on the week days when it is less crowded.

If you are into marine life & views this is the spot for you. You may take a tour or go on your own. If you go on your own, have a local tell you how to access the best areas !

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This is an under water marvel. Even if you’ve never snorkeled before you can do this and it’s so worth it. The marine life is so abundant. La Jolla Cove is a very pretty protected beach. A wet suit is needed most of the year. Parking can be difficult peak season. If you stay at a nearby airbnb it makes...