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Cardiff State Beach
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View north along Cardiff State Beach
Cardiff State Beach is located in California
Cardiff State Beach
Cardiff State Beach
Location in California
Cardiff State Beach is located in the United States
Cardiff State Beach
Cardiff State Beach
Location in the United States
Location San Diego County, California, USA
Nearest city Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California
Area 507 acres (205 ha)
Established 1949
Governing body California Department of Parks and Recreation

Cardiff State Beach is a beautiful protected beach in California, USA. It's located near the city of San Diego. This beach is a great spot for many fun activities.

Exploring Cardiff State Beach

Cardiff State Beach is part of California's state park system. This means it's a special area protected by the state. It's kept safe for everyone to enjoy nature and outdoor fun.

What Can You Do There?

There are lots of exciting things to do at Cardiff State Beach.

  • Swimming: The ocean water is perfect for a refreshing swim.
  • Surfing: Waves here are often good for surfing. Many people come to catch some waves.
  • Beachcombing: You can walk along the shore and look for interesting shells or other treasures.

Location and Size

Cardiff State Beach is found in San Diego County, California. It's right next to another popular spot called San Elijo State Beach. San Elijo State Beach even has a campground where you can stay overnight!

The park covers a large area. It is about 507 acres, which is like having over 380 football fields! This big space gives plenty of room for all kinds of beach activities.

When Was It Created?

Cardiff State Beach became a protected park in 1949. That means it has been a favorite place for visitors for over 70 years!

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