What time is best for the La Jolla tide pools?
The best time to arrive is at or a little before low tide. A general rule of thumb is that the tidepools can be visited approximately two hours before low tide time (when the tide is receding) and two hours after (when the tide is coming back in).
Where to go for La Jolla tide pools?
Tidepools can be found throughout the La Jolla coastline, from Dike Rock near Scripps Pier on the north to Windansea Beach on the south. Please plan for appropriate clothing and footwear on your visit. Shoes with good gripping soles are best, as rocky areas become slippery with water and algae. La Jolla Cove Beach is known for having the clearest water in San Diego, and is popular with snorkelers, swimmers and scuba divers.
Is La Jolla good for swimming?
Because of its extraordinary beauty, La Jolla Cove is one of the most photographed beaches in Southern California. With small surf in the summer months, the north-facing La Jolla Cove is ideal for swimmers, snorkelers and scuba divers. Water visibility at the Cove can sometimes exceed 30 feet. Welcome to La Jolla From such seaside draws as the Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institute of Oceanography to cultural attractions including La Jolla Playhouse and the Museum of Contemporary Art, La Jolla blends sophistication with natural beauty. And in La Jolla you’re never far from the area’s renowned beaches.