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Nestled between Imperial Beach and Coronado you’ll find Silver Strand State Beach. One visit and you’ll understand why it’s called that. Here you can enjoy swimming, surfing, boating, kayaking, water skiing, volleyball, camping, and picnicking. Anglers can fish for perch, corbina, grunion, and yellow-fin croaker. The area also features a wonderful bike path, part of the Bayshore Bikeway, that takes riders past the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge and offers great views of the bay and skyline.

Beach and Bayfront Enjoyment Side-By-Side

San Diego’s South Bay is a major seaport bustling with shipbuilders, naval traffic, and international commerce. But out on the narrow seven-mile spit of sand that protects San Diego Bay from the sea, you’ll get the sensation of being far removed from civilization as you comb the endless, deserted beaches for seashells. It may not be the best place in San Diego to swim, surf, or sunbathe, but it is a place where you can do it all.

Silver Strand State Beach offers both day-use and overnight RV camping, picnic areas, bathroom and shower facilities, and fantastic shell collecting. The spot is named for the silvery oyster shells that cover the beach and dunes here and you can also find clams buried in the sand by the water. A lot of the folks who camp here are repeat customers, visitors who’ve fallen in love with The Strand and return for a visit year after year.

Coronado Cays Park is just down the road from the State Beach, on the ocean side opposite the gated residential community. Here you’ll find more wide open beaches, without the sea of motorhomes and the drone of generators. The Cays are a great spot for a family outing and picnic in the park.

OFFERINGS

• Beachcombing, parks, bathrooms, showers, and supervised swimming on ocean and bay sides.
• A ten-mile-long bike path spans the length of the isthmus from Imperial Beach to Coronado.
• The state park is open for day use daily (call the park for current day-use hours).
• Overnight camping is available for self-contained RVs (no car or tent camping).
• Alcohol and Glass are not allowed.
• Dogs are allowed in the campground area only; not on the beach.
• Fire rings are available, but all fires must be extinguished by closing time.
• It is always a good idea to call ahead regarding operating hours, fees, and conditions, which can change. Call: 619-435-5184 for info.

DINING

The Silver Strand Beach Café is open for the busy summer season, Memorial Day thru Labor Day, on weekends and offers ice cream sundaes, sandwiches, and barbeque. Some beach amenities such as boogie boards are available for rent and sunscreen, sunglasses, ice, firewood, and hats are for sale.

There’s also a resort nearby where you can hire a room or have a meal, but nothing much in the way of stores.

CONSIDERATIONS

• Depending on how you look at it, Silver Strand’s remote location may make it your ideal beach, or simply out of reach. The coast is fully exposed to wind and waves here, so it can be less than pleasant on a blustery day. Bring whatever you need with you from home.
• Dogs are not allowed on the beach, in the tunnels, or on the bay side.
• Dogs are allowed only in the day use and camping area parking lots.
• All dogs must remain on a leash no longer than six feet in length.

WARNING

• The beaches north and south of Silver Strand are military property; don’t wander too far afield or you may find yourself in the midst of a Navy SEALS training exercise.

DIRECTIONS

• From INTERSTATE 5 southbound just beyond downtown San Diego, take the Coronado Bridge over the bay to Coronado Island, and head left on Orange Avenue HWY 75 south.
• From INTERSTATE 5 northbound, exit Palm Avenue west to HWY 75 north. You can’t miss Silver Strand as you drive down the narrow sand isthmus dividing beach and bay.

Serenity at the Shoreline

Adjacent to the Coronado Cays, Grand Caribe Shoreline Park features California native plants for a unique botanical experience. In this serene setting, you can relax on a bench, gaze at a bronze sculpture, “Sheltering Wings,” and explore a meandering naturalized path.

Amenities:

• Bike Paths
• Public Art

Location: 598 Grand Caribe Causeway, Coronado, CA 92118
Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Dogs are allowed on leashes in all Port of San Diego parks. There are no leash-free parks or beaches on the Port of San Diego property.

Historically, Wheel Fun Rentals has been located on property at the Hotel Del Coronado for over 20 years. Due to hotel construction, we’ve recently relocated to our new home a few blocks north of The Del. Please come visit us at 1019 C Avenue Coronado CA, 92118.

Renting a bike is the perfect way to learn all about this beautiful area. “Coronado” is Spanish for “crown” and the Hotel “Del” is the glittering jewel of this coastal destination found just offshore from beautiful San Diego, California. Commonly referred to as an island, Coronado is in fact, a peninsula connected to the mainland by a strip of land called the Silver Strand. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean and one of the state’s most scenic beaches, the Hotel Del is a world-class resort and a good place to start your “Island” experience. Coronado is home to many miles of bike-friendly areas, including over 15 miles of paths dedicated to bicyclists, as well as breathtaking skylines and a ton of scenic places to discover…the perfect place to pedal!

 

OUR MISSION

We pride ourselves on our commitment to ensuring that all of our customers have a fun kayaking adventure in a friendly and safe environment. We offer the best prices in the area and are dedicated to providing quality tours at a lower cost.

OUR COMPANY

Pacific Coast Kayak Tours is family owned & operated, and based out of beautiful San Diego, CA.

Our founder, Brendan Robinson, grew up one mile from the Atlantic Ocean on the southeast coast of Massachusetts and has been kayaking on open water since he was 12 years old. He was an ocean lifeguard for three years and considers the sea to be his happy place. After working in the finance and investment industry for several years, he decided to apply his business experience back to his true love; the ocean.

Brendan and his wife, Kellie, embarked on a new journey together and decided that the west coast was the perfect place to discover all that life has to offer. Just like them, our whole company is filled with enthusiasm for adventure and is passionate about sharing that experience with people from around the globe.

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OUR TOURS

We offer the best prices in San Diego.

How do we do it?

With his background in finance, Brendan knows how to save money, and he’s committed to passing those savings to our guests. We operate as a mobile business, allowing us to save a TON of money that would otherwise go to real estate costs. Our guides meet guests at the Coronado Tidelands Park parking lot where we can distribute kayaks and all of the necessary gear.

Low costs for the company mean low prices for the customers!

Located on Silver Strand State Beach between Coronado and Imperial Beach, the Crown Cove Aquatic Center (CCAC) offers recreational activities like paddling, sailing, and surfing, plus safe boating education.

 Located in the heart of Coronado, discover our relaxing spa that will melt your worries away. We offer a highly trained staff who will make you feel completely relaxed as you take time to rediscover a sense of inner peace. 

Full Body Massage

Swedish

The goal of Swedish Massage is to melt away muscle tension and increase the blood flow to your heart. Swedish Massage is extremely therapeutic as it decreases muscle toxins, increases oxygen levels in the blood, and improves flexibility in the body.

min–$45  60 min–$75  90 min–$105   120 min–$135

Deep Tissue

Deep Tissue Massage reaches deeper layers of muscles. It is used to break down knots and relieve pressure points throughout the body. This massage is beneficial for athletes and those who sit for long periods of time.

30 min–$45   60 min–$75   90 min-$105   120 min–$135

Shiatsu

In Japanese, shiatsu means “finger pressure.” For shiatsu massage, the therapist uses varied, rhythmic pressure on certain precise points of the body. These points are called acupressure points, and they are believed to be important for the flow of the body’s vital energy, called chi. Proponents say shiatsu massage can help relieve blockages at these acupressure points.

30min–$45   60min–$75   90min–$105   120min–$135

Couples Massage

If you’re craving some extra time with your sweetie, we have the perfect solution: a Couples Massage treatment. We’ll set up massage tables side-by-side, allowing you to indulge in a stress-reducing, muscle-relaxing experience together.

Services

Facials

Exfoliation with steam, and deep pore cleansing with a concentration on what your skin needs. Everything from clogged pores to dehydration. Massage of face, neck, shoulders, and hands. Mask is selected for your particular skin type and condition.

Mini Facial

For those who only have limited time. Same as a regular facial, but without massage

$65–$90

Reflexology

Reflexology uses hand, thumb, and finger techniques to stimulate certain areas of the feet. These areas are believed to correspond to different parts of the body. The massage, then, is expected to promote health and well-being.

60 min–$55

Body Scrub

Specially polished walnut shells are blended into a citrus cream base to cleanse and exfoliate, revealing smooth, beautiful skin.

30 min–$60     60 min–$120