Ocean Beach Central
Beach & Nature 10 miles from Ocean Beach

Silver Strand State Beach

Silver Strand State Beach stretches along the narrow isthmus connecting Coronado to Imperial Beach. With calm bay water on one side and ocean waves on the other, it offers a unique two-beaches-in-one experience. Excellent for swimming, shell collecting, and cycling.

Hours

8am-sunset

Cost

Parking $10 per vehicle

Distance from OB

10 miles

Best For

families, cyclists, shell collectors

Highlights

Bay & Ocean Access Shell Collecting Bayshore Bikeway Calm Water Swimming Uncrowded

Tips from Locals

  • Bay side is calmer — perfect for families with small kids
  • Ocean side has bigger waves for bodyboarding
  • Part of the Bayshore Bikeway — great for cycling
  • Shell collecting is excellent, especially after storms

Location

Address
5000 CA-75, Coronado, CA 92118
Neighborhood
Coronado

Getting There

Bus Routes

Route 901 (Coronado to Downtown via bridge), Route 904 (Coronado local)

Trolley

12th & Imperial Transit Center (via bus, 20 min)

From Ocean Beach

10 miles drive. Check the full transit guide for details.

beach state-park swimming cycling family shells

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Where to Stay Nearby

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