Blue Ocean / Harumama
La Jolla
Blue Ocean / Harumama is a restaurant located in La Jolla, San Diego.
Asian Fusion
Beach & Nature 11 miles from Ocean Beach
La Jolla Shores Beach
La Jolla Shores is a wide, gently sloping sandy beach ideal for families, beginner surfers, and kayakers. It's the main launch point for guided kayak tours to the La Jolla sea caves and offers some of the calmest swimming water in San Diego.
Hours
Open 24/7. Lifeguards on duty 9am-dusk.
Cost
Free. Parking $3-5/hr or free on nearby streets.
Distance from OB
11 miles
Best For
families, beginner surfers, kayakers
Highlights
Sea Cave Kayak Tours Beginner Surf Lessons Leopard Sharks (Summer) Wide Sandy Beach Grassy Picnic Area
Tips from Locals
- Best beach in San Diego for beginner surfers and bodyboarders
- Kayak tours to the sea caves launch from here
- The grassy park above the beach is great for picnics
- Leopard sharks visit in summer — harmless and amazing to swim with
Getting There
Bus Routes
Route 30 (La Jolla to Downtown), Route 101 (La Jolla to Oceanside)
Trolley
UTC Transit Station (3 miles)
From Ocean Beach
11 miles drive. Check the full transit guide for details.
beach surfing kayaking family swimming free
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