La Jolla Cove beach
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Beach description
Many wild animals, like seals and barracudas, live near the Jolla Bay. The large sea bass - orange garibaldi - can be encountered here. Depending on the season, swimmers explore the sea ravines near the bay, to the south of it, where the kelp thickets are growing, or to the north of it, along the caves.
This whole area is an ecological nature reserve. Children and other visitors who aren't able to partake in underwater swimming explore the pools that show the sea life during low tides. To make exploration convenient, don't forget to bring comfortable shoes that won't slip on the muddy surface.
It's recommended to not disturb the sea lions and seals, walk and swim close to them. The children's pool has a seasonal schedule. It's prohibited to come here during the breeding period. The wild nature is prioritized, and people can only watch and photograph here. If there's a risk of harming animals, the culprit will be fined 500$.
The smell here might be unattractive to some, as it combines the feed of sea dwellers and birds nesting on the rocks with their excrements. The water isn't always suitable for swimming. But people usually come to La Jolla Cave to watch animals, not to swim.
The following is available for the visitors:
- A parking lot. It fills quite quickly, and those who are lucky enough are able to park their vehicle on a nearby street.
- Toilets, showers and changing rooms are available in the upper area of the beach.
- The rental store with sports equipment, chairs and umbrellas. Surfing boards, inflatable mattresses and fishing are prohibited.
- Rescue workers are stationed in the bay. Visitors receive information about the sea currents, water temperature, tides, stones and seaweed near the coast.
- A spacious green zone, where tourists walk, partake in yoga, fly kites, play and set up picnics, is located near the bay.
When is the best time to go?
To lay off on the beaches of the mainland, it is best to come in the summer, when a sufficiently warm temperature is settled for swimming. Places like Florida or the Hawaiian Islands are comfortable all year round.
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The 2,5-star La Jolla Cove Hotel & Suites's location is attractive. It's practically located at the beach, near the national park. Guests can experience a breathtaking view of the ocean and the fur seals in the morning. The continental breakfast is served on the roof, there is a pool, billiard and table tennis. Shops, restaurants and cafes are also located within walking distance.
Those who want to live in Victorian luxe suites from the movie "Some Like It Hot", welcome to the Del Coronado Hotel.
La Jolla is a very scenic place where one can just go sightseeing, look at the street cafes, boutiques, shopping malls and expensive houses. Gallery houses that were built over 100 years ago now serve as small shops and restaurants. Yacht clubs, entertainment establishments, modern hotels, schools, clubs, research and medical facilities can be encountered as well. There are many car showrooms where one can buy luxurious and exotic vehicles.
The center of La Jolla is pedestrian and touristic, and the restaurants here are expensive. It's advised to book a table beforehand, as you can easily waste two hours if you come during dinnertime. The servings are small, not typical for the US, but the food is very tasty. Among the best meals are fresh fish, great first courses and interesting cocktails.
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- Travel cards cost just 7 dollars, but you'll waste a lot less time with your own car.
- It's prohibited to take any living things from the beach, even the already uninhabited shells. Alcohol and beverages in glass containers are also prohibited.
- The average air temperature is just above 21 degrees Celsius. The humidity is average and the air is very clean.
What to visit nearby:
- The old pier from above.
- The architecture in the old part of the city.
- The National Torrey Pines State Reserve Park.
- The La Jolla Cove Cave.
- Church of St. James at the sea.
- The Oceanarium in San Diego.
- The Museum of Modern Art.
- The Balboa Park and the zoo.
- The Del Coronado Island, famous as a set from a Marylin Monroe movie.