San Clemente State Beach in California State

San Clemente State Beach

Located halfway between the bustling cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, this is considered to be the most popular beach in California for almost 100 years.

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San Clemente State Beach Details

Located halfway between the bustling cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, this is considered to be the most popular beach in California for almost 100 years. The one-mile stretch of shoreline is lined with beachgoers looking to escape the inland humidity, while the waters are teeming with swimmers, surfers, paddlers, and snorkelers. Guests can also go fish surfing (bass, perch, and grunion can be caught close to shore) or hiking along the nature trails. There are also several campsites for guests who choose to spend the night.

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