Coronado Beach San Diego Open Water Swimming

Access this pristine beach via Ocean Boulevard, with paid parking lots and free street parking available. Can be is relatively crowded in season, but a good water entry for swimming in Coronado. The wide, sandy beach extends far enough for a longer swim; consider swimming parallel to shore between the Hotel del Coronado and North Beach for a protected 1.5-mile route (as always, confirm conditions and safety with locals).

The annual Coronado 4th of July Rough Water Swim uses this venue.

Lifeguards on duty 9AM-dusk (May-September). Early morning (before 9AM) swimming recommended to avoid crowds and get calmer conditions. Watch for rip currents and naval operations in the area. Water quality reports available through San Diego County’s Beach and Bay Water Quality Program. Accessible via Coronado Ferry or MTS bus 901. Beach amenities include showers and restrooms.