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
Inn at Moonlight Beach

Inn at Moonlight Beach

3.5 out of 5
105 North Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas Encinitas CA
Inn at Moonlight Beach
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

2 out of 5
410 N Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas CA
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10

Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10

Encinitas CA
Oceanfront 4Br House, Indoor Heated Pool, Sleeps 8-10
Encinitas Shores - Beachfront, Ocean View & Patio

Encinitas Shores - Beachfront, Ocean View & Patio

Encinitas CA
Encinitas Shores - Beachfront, Ocean View & Patio
Oceanfront Home, Stone Steps Beach Access, Jacuzzi on Oceanfront Deck

Oceanfront Home, Stone Steps Beach Access, Jacuzzi on Oceanfront Deck

Encinitas CA
Oceanfront Home, Stone Steps Beach Access, Jacuzzi on Oceanfront Deck
Gorgeous Eight Bedroom Oceanfront Home E396-0

Gorgeous Eight Bedroom Oceanfront Home E396-0

Encinitas CA
Gorgeous Eight Bedroom Oceanfront Home E396-0
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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