La Jolla Cove

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La Jolla Cove is a small, picturesque cove and beach that is surrounded by cliffs in La Jolla, San Diego, California. See more

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4.5/5 · 13,773 reviews
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Jun 26, 2024
Great. Parking is challenging but just circle a lot and you will find. Seals and sea lions are fun to see. I rented a snorkel and wetsuit which was very cool to swim with the seals. Full review by jaymesl2016
Jun 17, 2024
Seal pups in June. Or maybe they are sea lions. I don’t know, but they are very cute. This is the first time I have seen the pups there. It is so scenic and fun to walk the whole area. Full review by Cr1717
Jun 14, 2024
I loved seeing all the sea lions and their pups resting and playing on the rocks. I was surprised at seeing the Brandt cormorants (blue throated) for the first time. I’d also never seen any cormorant… Full review by BJ T

Questions & answers

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Are small dogs allowed on beach?
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Must on leash and sometimes before 9 am or after 5 pm.
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Where can you park
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Busy there we took uber
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Is there a time of day that you're more likely to see seals and sea lions? Or do they hang out pretty much all day?
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From what I seen, they are basically there all day. To avoid the larger crowds and to find decent parking, come in the morning
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Is the water warm enough to swim without wetsuits in July?
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Water will still be a bit cold even in the summer months, typical of ocean temperatures.
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Hello, do you have to pay to come to La Jolla Cove, or is it free? Trying to plan a trip with children and I'm looking for as …
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Hello, do you have to pay to come to La Jolla Cove, or is it free? Trying to plan a trip with children and I'm looking for as many free activities as possible!
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No admission fee. It is a park, really. The only difficulty is finding parking. You might have to circle around several times to find a spot, or park a ways away and walk down to the area. …
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No admission fee. It is a park, really. The only difficulty is finding parking. You might have to circle around several times to find a spot, or park a ways away and walk down to the area. Depends on the day of the week and time of day. Just be patient. :-)
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Frequently asked questions

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What’s the address for La Jolla Cove?
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The address is 1100 Coast Blvd., La Jolla, CA 92037. You can follow these directions and parking instructions.
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