La Jolla Shores facts for kids
La Jolla Shores is a beautiful beach and a lively community located in La Jolla, San Diego, California. Its northern part is known as Scripps Beach. This area is a popular spot for both visitors and people who live there. The main part of La Jolla Shores has a mix of shops and homes around Laureate Park.
The beach itself is about 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) long. It stretches from the tall cliffs near La Jolla Cove all the way to Black's Beach. La Jolla Shores is next to the Scripps Institution of Oceanography campus and Kellogg Park. It also includes the famous Scripps Pier and is close to the San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve. This reserve is a special protected area for ocean life.
La Jolla Shores is a favorite place for many water activities. It's the only beach in San Diego where you can launch a boat, making it perfect for kayakers. People also love to go stand-up paddling, swimming, and snorkeling here. At certain times of the year, you might even see amazing sea creatures like leopard sharks and stingrays! The Orange County Register newspaper has called La Jolla Shores "the best beach in the area." You might have even seen it on TV shows like Beach Patrol: San Diego or Lifeguard on The Weather Channel.
Exploring La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Shores offers many fun things to do. You can spend the day building sandcastles or playing in the waves. The calm waters make it a great spot for families. Many people enjoy walking along the shore, especially at sunset.
What to See at Scripps Pier
The Scripps Pier is a very long pier that belongs to the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Scientists use it for research, but it's also a famous landmark. You can often see many birds around the pier. It's a fantastic spot for taking photos, especially when the sun is setting over the ocean.
Amazing Ocean Life
One of the most exciting things about La Jolla Shores is the marine life. Because it's next to the San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve, the waters are full of different species.
- Leopard Sharks: During the summer months, many harmless leopard sharks gather in the shallow, warm waters. You can often see them while snorkeling or swimming. They are beautiful, spotted sharks that are not dangerous to humans.
- Stingrays: You might also spot stingrays gliding along the sandy bottom. It's always a good idea to shuffle your feet when walking in shallow water to avoid stepping on them.
- Other Fish: The underwater park is home to many kinds of fish, making it a great place for snorkeling and diving.
Images for kids
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Crowded La Jolla Shores beach in July, 1978
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View of La Jolla Shores from the Pacific Ocean
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Palm trees along La Jolla Shores boardwalk
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Birds in front of Scripps Pier
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Scripps pier on La Jolla Shores
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La Jolla Shores
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Sunset, La Jolla Shores
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Scripps Beach
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