There is one spot in Southern California that I return to time and time again because it completely rejuvenates my senses and makes me realize just how much there is to be thankful for here in SoCal. If you need to get lost in the outdoors and completely escape from the city, then add this magnificent destination to your SoCal bucket list.
Located in San Diego, this majestic park in Southern California is a splendid sight to see. It’s so beautiful that for a brief moment you may not think it’s real.
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You can find Sunset Cliffs Natural Park just south of Ocean Beach Pier along scenic Sunset Cliffs Boulevard.
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The expansive ocean views are so stunning it’s almost overwhelming.
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Once you arrive you can navigate the trail along the cliffside and take in the soaring views.
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This is a popular place so you won’t have the park to yourself, but grab a spot along the rocks and look out at the ocean. The view is so mesmerizing you won’t even notice anyone is around you.
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It may be tempting to walk to the edge of the cliffs, but proceed with extreme caution.
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The cliffs can be unstable so try to stay on the main path at all times.
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No matter what angle you’re at, it’s impossible not to look out across the ocean and feel as though you are in paradise.
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Whether you’re scaling the handsome cliffs above, or lounging on the sand below, there’s no mistaking the grandeur all around you.
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You can even take a path right down to the ocean if you so desire.
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Just make sure you go at low tide or you might end up with this surprise at the bottom of the steps.
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Heading back up to the cliffs, take a moment to look out at the expanse of the ocean. I can almost promise you that you’ve never seen anything like this before.
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You can find Sunset Cliffs National Park at 1253 Sunset Cliffs Boulevard in San Diego. While spending some time in this area, take a look at all the many things in San Diego that make this area worth visiting.
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