Del Mar Beaches

Del Mar Beaches are known for being more secluded than other popular San Diego beaches. The affluent Del Mar area in north county is home to the Del Mar Racetrack and San Diego County Fairgrounds during the summer when this area gets slammed with visitors wanting to catch all the action. Del Mar Beaches definitely attract locals and some "in the know" visitors. They can get crowded, but they have a much different vibe than the beaches to the south like Mission Beach and Pacific Beach. Del Mar beaches are more low key and family or surf oriented with sea cliffs, lagoons and the popular Del Mar dog beach. The beaches of Del Mar are definitely worth a trip to north county.

Del Mar, CA is a beautiful coastal community in north county San Diego known for excellent restaurants, beautiful scenery and of course, the Del Mar Racetrack. This thoroughbred horse racing track transforms into the San Diego County Fair every summer and becomes a hot spot for families and friends looking to have a great time, catch a concert and go for a ride on fair rides like the Gravitron. During the mid summer, the fair leaves town and the racetrack goes back to doing what it does best, racing horses. The grandstands boast a striking view of the beaches of Del Mar for a horse racing experience like no other. 

The beaches of Del Mar are ideal for a mellow beach day with family and friends. The great location in beautiful north county San Diego is a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of bigger beaches. Make a day of it, take a trip to Del Mar, play on the beach and enjoy a nice dinner at one of the many San Diego restaurants near the beaches of Del Mar!

•  Lifeguards: Lifeguards are on site year round at Del Mar Beach.
• Facilities: Public restrooms and shower are available near the beach at 17th Street and Power House Park.
• Accessibility: Del Mar Beach is wheelchair accessible.