Imperial Beach Review

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Imperial Beach

  • Address: Take Palm Ave. west from I-5 until it hits water, South Bay, CA, 91932 | Map It

Fodor's Review:

In July or early August this classic Southern California beach is the site of one of the nation's largest sand-castle competitions ( www.usopensandcastle.com). The rest of the year, this laid-back town is a great place for long walks away from crowds. The beach break here is often excellent, but sewage contamination can be a problem, especially in winter and after heavy rains. There are lifeguards, restrooms, parking, and plenty of eateries nearby. A walk on the pier (with its own seafood restaurant), the southernmost in California, allows views of Mexico to the south and Point Loma to the north. A walk on the beach south toward Border Field State Beach or north towards Coronado is a great way to experience a quiet, uncrowded shore—not always an easy thing to do.

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