{"id":28219,"date":"2019-08-22T17:00:51","date_gmt":"2019-08-22T17:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=28219"},"modified":"2021-10-28T17:21:40","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T17:21:40","slug":"ultimate-guide-to-blacks-beach-san-diego","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/ultimate-guide-to-blacks-beach-san-diego\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Guide to Black\u2019s Beach San Diego"},"content":{"rendered":"
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One of the many reasons that San Diego<\/a> is often called \u201cAmerica\u2019s Finest City\u201d is the weather, which is beautiful year-round. So it makes sense that many of its locals and visitors love to fine-tune their tans\u2026without those pesky tan lines. Their secret? Visiting Black\u2019s Beach San Diego, the first public nude beach in California and still one of the largest.<\/p>\n

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What You Need to Know<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Originally a clothing-optional beach, these days Black\u2019s Beach only permits this dress code (or lack thereof) on its southern portion. The precise location for Black\u2019s Beach begins about 100 yards south of the Torrey Pines Gliderport Trailhead, up through the steel buoy south of Flatrock Point. One of the best ways to get to the ultimate nude beach in San Diego is to enjoy a scenic Torrey Pines hike to get there.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Is Black’s Beach a Good Place to Surf?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Black\u2019s Beach is also one of the best surf breaks in Southern California. It isn\u2019t for the faint of heart, so if you are a beginner, you may want to consider observing the experienced surfers from a safe distance. If you’re an experienced California surfer, you are probably already aware of the benefits of a wetsuit. Nude beach or not, Black\u2019s Beach surf is no exception, and we recommend throwing on the neoprene for this part of your day; you\u2019ll thank us later.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What to Bring<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Keep in mind there is no boardwalk packed with restaurants, bars, and markets, so if you plan to spend the day surfing and enjoying your freedom from tan lines, consider packing a lunch and plenty of water. Make sure you bring sun block to protect those areas that don\u2019t see daylight very often. If you are one of those travelers who can\u2019t sit still for long without doing something, this beach is for you! Typically pretty wide open, this is a great opportunity to bring whatever beach games you have been itching to break out.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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When to Go<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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San Diego weather is extremely moderate year-round, so there aren\u2019t really any bad times to plan your trip. However, something to keep in mind is \u201cMay Gray\u201d and \u201cJune Gloom.\u201d During May and June, the thick marine layer on the coast tends to block the sun for the morning and a portion of the early afternoon. So if you are here during that time and wake up to overcast, don\u2019t stress it too much as it will likely burn off later in the day.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Closest Airport and Transportation<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Looking into flights to San Diego<\/a>? Black\u2019s Beach is located less than 20 miles north of the airport, so you have some options. Rent a car and continue exploring the rest of the county, or easily catch a cab or rideshare right outside the terminal.<\/p>\n

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Where to Stay<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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There are plenty of hotels in San Diego<\/a>, but here are three neighborhoods you could consider for your trip:<\/p>\n