Children's Pool, San Diego

4.3

#5 of 14 in Beaches in San Diego

Beach · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park

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Children's Pool was intended to attract divers and families with children, but the beach is most popular with sea lions. Stroll the paved walkway atop the coastal rocks and watch the waves blocked by a wall. After a swim, relax and observe the sea lions. If you're lucky, you might see a mother caring for her cubs. The area is free to enter, but check with local lifeguards and authorities about the water conditions before diving in. Put Children's Pool on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our San Diego day trip planning site.

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By L_K1509

A small beach area with a sea wall shielding the beach area from the waves. The beach was closed and relaxing in the sun on the beach was the sea lions, seals and an assortment of of birds. Closed to.... more

A small beach area with a sea wall shielding the beach area from the waves. The beach was closed and relaxing in the sun on the beach was the sea lions, seals and an assortment of of birds. Closed to.... more »
By chrismexplores

This was such a special treat. The baby seals and mammas were lounging here. This spot could easily be missed but make sure you go here. It is just south of the busy Sea Lion beach. You can't go on..... more

This was such a special treat. The baby seals and mammas were lounging here. This spot could easily be missed but make sure you go here. It is just south of the busy Sea Lion beach. You can't go on..... more »

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By Ashutosh Shandilya

Great place for kids and adults alike. Nice and clean beaches with rock structures. Children's beach was not for kids though as it was occupied by seal lions😀. Sound of ocean water crashing on rocks and sight of it is awesome. Plenty of bathroom and shower rooms after swimming are available. Portable drinking fountain is also there. Eye pleasing sight all around.

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By cindy harrison

The pool was closed when we were there because the seals we're sunning themselves on the beach. I love how they closed it for the wild life rather than the other way around. The view from this area will take your breath away. Parking sucks for the most part but if you drive a few blocks away and walk in its totally worth it. Seagulls are a bit nosey and looking for treats but they are entertaining too.

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