South Ponto Beach
Posted by: 
brwhiz
N 33° 05.085 W 117° 18.685
11S E 470936 N 3660725
This beach is on the west side of Old US Highway 101 (Carlsbad Blvd) from La Costa Avenue at the south end to the Batiquitos Lagoon outlet jetty at the north end in Carlsbad, California.
Waymark Code: WMG5AY
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 01/14/2013
Views: 2
From the San Diego Coast Life web page:
South Ponto Beach is a rare gem in that it is one of the widest beaches in the county and exists in an undeveloped area. Coast Hwy 101 hugs the shoreline here, with Batiquitos Lagoon on the other side of the highway. The beach is a popular family destination, and only one of the few beaches in the area that has public restrooms and showers.
South Ponto Beach is secluded with its high sand dunes and tends to have a lot of polished stones washed up during the winter time.
South Ponto Beach offers a full ray of activities, including swimming, surfing, sunbathing, and beach volleyball. You'll have to bring your own net. The beach is a popular surf spot with occasional surfing events.
If you happen to be driving on Coast Hwy 101 by this beach during sunset, you might find it irresistable to park on the highway shoulder and walk onto the sand to enjoy the captivating colors, wide stretch of sand, and water pounding on the jetty.
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