Swimming in San Diego
San Diego, California, United States
Best Swim Spots in San Diego
Ranked by community ratings. Check real-time conditions before heading out.
Border Field State Park - Monument Road
Border Field State Park - north side of border fence
Campland on the Bay
La Jolla - Children's Pool
La Jolla - Nicholson Point
La Jolla - South Casa Beach
La Jolla Cove
La Jolla Shores - Avenida De La Playa
Mission Bay - Bahia Point
Mission Bay - Balboa Court
Mission Bay - Bonita Cove north shore
Mission Bay - Campland
Mission Bay - Comfort Station at Leisure Lagoon
Mission Bay - Crown Point
Mission Bay - De Anza Cove
Mission Bay - Fanuel Park
Mission Bay - north cove of Vacation Isle
Mission Bay - northeast shoreline of Fiesta Island
Mission Bay - northwest shoreline of Fiesta Island
Mission Bay - San Juan Place
Open Water Swimming in San Diego
San Diego offers 44 open water swimming locations across Ocean environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.
Before heading out to any swim spot in San Diego, check current water conditions on SwimPass. Our SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine data, tides, and water quality into a single 0-100 rating so you can make an informed decision in seconds.
Ocean swimmers in San Diego should pay attention to tide schedules and swell forecasts. Swimming around slack tide typically offers the calmest conditions. Check our guide to reading water conditions for tips on interpreting local marine forecasts.
New to open water swimming? Start with our safety guide and first swim guide before heading to any new spot.
Swimming Guides
Prepare for your swim in San Diego with these guides.
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