Moonlight State Beach Tours

A beach with two bicycles parked near a palm tree, a building in the background, and people in the distance.
A sandy beach with gentle waves, a rocky cliff with palm trees, and a clear sky.
A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore, a clear sky, and a rocky cliff with buildings on top.
A bike lane sign with a warning sign above it.
A beach with large rocks, a person walking, and palm trees.


Find somewhere to sit, close your eyes and listen to the water lapping at the shore at Moonlight State Beach. If you're craving some vitamin sea, this is the place to get your fill.

This Encinitas stretch of coastline is an ideal spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to see in the vicinity, such as LEGOLAND® California, Carlsbad Premium Outlets, and Del Mar Beach. Wander around at your leisure at Moonlight State Beach before hitting up these other fine sights.

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Best Lodging Options Near Moonlight State Beach

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard Encinitas CA
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

2 out of 5
133 Encinitas Blvd Encinitas CA
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 out of 5
233 2nd St Encinitas CA
Moonlight Beach Motel
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

2 out of 5
410 N Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas CA
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View

Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View

Encinitas CA
Across From The White Sand Of Moonlight Beach - Full Ocean/Beach View
2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC,  bikes, Over 300 5-star reviews

2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 300 5-star reviews

Encinitas CA
2-blocks to Moonlight Beach, Private Yard, AC, bikes, Over 300 5-star reviews
Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown

Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown

Encinitas CA
Charming, Elegant, Luxury, Walk to Moonlight Beach & Downtown
Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach

3.5 out of 5
105 North Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas Encinitas CA
Inn at Moonlight Beach
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland

2.5 out of 5
607 Leucadia Blvd Encinitas CA
Comfort Inn Encinitas Near Legoland
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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