Del Mar Shores Beach Access(Cherry Hill)

Located on the southern part of the city of Solana Beach, Del Mar Shores Beach Access - also known as Cherry Hill - is situated north of the city of San Diego. Del Mar Shores Beach Access has light brown sand and is narrow. The beach is located below the blufftop residential area of Del Mar Shores and parts of the bluff side near the beach are fixed with concrete and rocky embankments for the prevention of erosion. While Del Mar Shores Beach Access has lifeguards during summers between 10 am to 6 pm, it does not have any other amenities, so plan accordingly. Dogs on leash are allowed in the southern part of Del Mar Shores Beach Access. This dog-friendly area is next to the access stairs for Del Mar Shores Beach Access. 

Del Mar Shores Beach Access offers many fun activities including sunbathing, beachcombing, wildlife watching, windsurfing,snorkelling, bodysurfing, kite surfing,skim boarding, canoeing, fishing, kayaking,paddleboarding, boating, jet-skiing, parasailing, surfing, and boogie boarding. If you are planning to go into the water near Del Mar Shores Beach Access, we recommend being careful as the water here has rip currents. The water near Del Mar Shores Beach Access is home to many animals including seals, sea lions, dolphins, and migrating grey whales (between December and April). If you want to sunbathe, we recommend visiting the narrow beach during low tide as a significant part of the beach is either wet or underwater during high tide. You can also fish in Del Mar Shores Beach Access - popular catches here include salto, croaker, and corbina.

Getting to Del Mar Shores Beach Access is easy - access stairs to the beach are located near 180 Del Mar Shores, and street parking is available near South Sierra Avenue. There are also free parking lots near the intersection of Del Mar Shores Terrace and Sierra Avenue.

If you are looking for attractions near Del Mar Shores Beach Access, you can drive six-minutes to San Elijo Lagoon – it is one of the largest remaining coastal wetlands in San Diego and is home to many species of plants, fish, mammals, reptiles, invertebrates, and birds. If you like hiking, Annie's Canyon Trail provides hiking areas great for both beginners and experienced hikers because of the natural climbing walls with single-pitch rock climbing routes. San Diego Botanic Garden features the nation’s biggest bamboo collection and 29 uniquely themed gardens including the well-known Hamilton Children’s Garden. It has been awarded "Readers’ Choice 2019" and "Top 10 Botanic Gardens in North America" awards by USA Today 10Best. Another attraction is the 18-hole beachfront golf course Encinitas Ranch Golf Course that offers a driving range, golf shop, and restaurant.

If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a two-minute drive of Del Mar Shores Beach Access. The casual and clubby seafood chain Brigantine offers surf ‘n’ turf, oysters, fish tacos, and margaritas. If you love Thai food, the vegetarian-friendly Bangkok Bay Thai Restaurant serves Asian and Thai cuisines and was awarded the ‘Travellers’ Choice 2020 Award’ by Tripadvisor. Another good option is Pamplemousse Grille, an American restaurant with a nice menu including salad, lobster, grilled veal chop, French fries, desserts, and wine.

If you are looking for a hotel near Del Mar Shores Beach Access, there are many options within a 15-minute drive. If you are looking for a luxurious option, the 5-Star pet-friendly hotel Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego boasts a pool, bar, spa, restaurant, fitness center, tennis court, and golf course. The upscale 4-Star pet-friendly hotel L'Auberge Del Mar has a pool, bar, sauna, spa, and restaurant. Cardiff by the Sea Lodge is a 3-Star hotel that was awarded the ‘Traveller’s Choice Award’ by Tripadvisor. If you are looking for an affordable hotel, the pet-friendly Econo Lodge Encinitas Moonlight Beach has a gym.