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Del Mar City Beach consists of the Main Beach and the Del Mar North Beach. The Main Beach begins at Powerhouse Park, extending north to the lagoon entrance at the river, while the North Beach is located on the lagoon entrance’s other side.
As dogs can frequently be spotted at Del Mar North Beach, it has become known among locals as the “Dog Beach.” Del Mar City Beach is considered to be one of the most versatile beaches in the San Diego area, offering a wide variety of activities that include games, taking a stroll, shelling, sunbathing, swimming, and surfing.
Del Mar is 25 minutes (20.3 miles via I-5 N) from San Diego.
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