“Encinitas’ busiest beach offers something for everyone – a big, soft sandy beach filled with volleyball nets & sunbathers, large play area for the kids, fire pits , picnic tables a snack stand & water sport rentals. During the summer, the beach & park come alive with concerts. Me, I’m into Jazz & Salsa…” Sandbag C. Gull
Moonlight State Beach has good handicapped access with a loading zone, and sidewalks that stretch out into the sand.
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Logistics
- Lifeguard services → if any ← varies by season, day, hours, even weather!
- Public bathrooms & showers available
- Visitors may pick up a free tide book at the Moonlight Beach Lifeguard Headquarters
- Specialized beach wheelchairs available. Call (760) 633-2740 for information
- Snack bar on-site
- Volleyball courts and children’s playground are available
- A few blocks away, restaurants and shops line 101, making it easy to fortify with supplies while enjoying a day at the beach
- In addition to street parking in the area, a large parking area is provided atop the hill overlooking Moonlight Beach.
Directions
Exit I-5 at Encinitas Blvd. and head west to the end of the street, where you’ll find the loading area for Moonlight Beach. Turn left (south) at the stop sign to reach the parking lot atop the bluff.
