Sunset Cliffs

This a hot spot for lovers and young couples, as proven by the sand carvings by the rocks. Slippery, but exciting place to be down at Ocean Beach. Come here to watch the sunset! The view is amazing and if the weather is good, so is the memory.

Put this place on your list of «what to do in san diego»!!
Bring a chair or a blanket and sit back and enjoy the scenery!
A place to feel the ocean breeze and listen to the waves hit the rocks… truly peaceful and nature at its best!
Not crowded at all, easy to find parking and free parking.
You have the ocean on one side, and the other are all the multi million dollar homes! These homes are just beautiful and stunning to see.
A place u must see for yourself…

one word: BEAUTIFUL
some times no words speaks a lot, beautiful views of the pacific ocean watching the waves bang up against the ocean cliffs.
Parking is right on-​site.

This one was a breathless place to be at…
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The views are just outstanding! The cool breeze is wonderful if you want to wake up from the coolness. This is my place to come here to chill, picnic, do some meditating, thinking, writing, reading, and just hanging out with some friends.
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While i was here for a short time, i have noticed there is a trail for runners, joggers, or people who just want to walk and get their daily exercise in. There are some fisherman fishing by the cliff and caught some big chunks of seaweed! i don’t know if they caught fish, but let me tell you there was alot of pelicans waiting by them. Yea huge pelicans flying everywhere! i don’t think i have seen so much pelican in my life at one time flying. I was shocked when i saw pelicans fly so fast, because i thought they just chill and walk and float on the ocean. lol…
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Parking is wonderful, there is a parking lot, but spacious neighborhood parking as well. Parking is such a breeze compared to SF.
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Overall we bought some coffee and pastry and brought it here to eat and drink and enjoy each others company with this view. We had such a great time catching up and telling each other some funny stories. After coming here to chill, i told them now i have been to SAN because if i didn’t come stop by here, seems like i never been to SAN. It was a good trip and thanks for reading and stay cool yo!

When in SD, this place is a must visit. I love exploring caves and rock structures because every path is unique and this beach is known for their maze-​like cliffs. I encourage you to ask locals around you for the best parts of the cliffs because some aren’t visible. A very friendly lady walking her dogs showed us hidden sandy surfaces to get down to the ocean only to discover awesome tide pools and hidden grottos. Do be careful as you make your way around hidden grottos because they can be slippery from all the algae covered around the rocks but don’t let that discourage you from exploring. You won’t regret it because I was in awe the whole way through!
There are plenty of parking spots along the coastline so plan on spending half or a full day enjoying this beauty.
This place is also magical for sunset watching so get off your booty and make your way here!

As the San Diego trip continues on 5÷15÷2016, I decided to enjoy my free time here located near Ocean Beach in San Diego. «Sunset Cliffs» brings residents and tourists from across the United States and the world to explore the natural wonders of the widest, rectangular cliffs, and rip tides of ocean waves all year long.
There’s nothing much about it this spot, but it does gives fantastic views here. Despite there’s no sunlight in this area yesterday, I did enjoyed looking some incredible shaped cliffs and roaring waves splashing down right from the Pacific Ocean this afternoon. I’m quite surprised that there’s couple of pro surfers out there who wanted to surf it out near the cliffs by taking a dare challenge to ride the waves, and some people were climbing down to the cliffs to see the views easier and closer to look. Lastly, there’s some good handwritten marks on the limestone made cliffs by showing to remember that they met their first love during date night.
If you want to see the Sunset Cliffs, go there early because parking spaces are very limited to park. Otherwise, you can also ride a bike, walk, or use public transportation easier without the hassles.
All in all, the Sunset Cliffs is the most gorgeous national park that I’ve ever visited in 25 years in San Diego, California. Definitely a highly recommended place right thru your travel bucket list! A well, worthy experience! My rating: 5 solid stars.

Maybe we got a little lucky. Because of the overcast day it wasn’t very crowded.
I parked my car in one of the lots and enjoyed a little stroll along the paths and waited. It does seem to be a very popular place even among the locals, folks bike riding, walking their dogs or even joining in on a free yoga class.
We even were able to view a bride and groom getting wedding pictures taken even climbing down onto the rocks in their finery. The photographer used a drone for some of the shots.
As fate would have it, a couple of minutes before sunset, the clouds started to dissipate. If you are in the area you should check out the sunset, it is quite breathtaking as my photo shows …
Enjoy the view.

What is there not to love. Watch sunset on this cliff. Free parking along the highway and there is no more Spaces in the parking lot.

Beside a propensity for unsavory characters making out in their cars and /​or getting high, these cliffs are stunningly beautiful during the sunset with the sun just setting over the ocean. There is ample parking along the cliffs and nice paths for walking along the rocky cliffs. Be careful as there aren’t rails in most areas and the rocks aren’t super stable. Also watch out for people flying drones around during sunset for some reason. Perfect for Pacific Sunsets.

Beautiful cliffs that overlook San Diego. There is at least one spot where you can go down to a beach area.
It can be chilly in the mornings with the wind, but I’m originally a north man so it’s okay.
I went running along the sides of it, as you’ll see others doing as well.
Best time to go is at sunset, because I’ve been told it’s pretty. And the homes on the other side of the road are pretty, but most likely more than I’ll ever make in one lifetime. Thanks Obama!
But really, take some good shots and enjoy.

Perfect place to see an amazing sunset! The views are breathtaking.
Be prepared to encounter a lot of people as this is a popular spot amongst tourists and locals!
A must when in San Diego… and it’s free. :-)
ENJOY!

Jealous to all the residents that get to appreciate the beautiful scenery on a daily. I kind of wish I was one of them. Beautiful mansion viewing the scenery of iconic beauty. After hiking the potato chip rock of rather dull scenery… We drove over to the Sunset Cliffs to enjoy further mother nature. Parked across the parking lot in front of someone’s mansion and strolled over to the rocks. You can see many people ranging from people jogging the trail to kids gathering up. probably after school to hangout. We even saw a girl in a floating device in the wavy water. Rather Brave… She seemed like she was struggling to climb ashore but her friends just watched her struggle. She eventually climbed to safety after a few attempts of battling the waves. I believe she cliff jumped off into the water which could seem dangerous… not knowing what is in the water.
I was told it would look even more amazing when the sun sets… hence the name sunset cliffs but unfortunately time didn’t permit to view it at that time. Sometimes the best things in life are for free. 5 Stars of a beauty.

Sunset Cliffs is one of the places you have to see when your in the city. Beautiful panoramic view of the ocean accompanied with a sunset what more can you ask for. The day that I went, I wasn’t able to see a sunset due to the clouds covering it but I would come back though!

Sunset: check.
Clean: check.
Seagulls: check.
Safety: check.
Benches: check.
Salty air: check.
Plenty of parking: check.
Family: check.
Perfect chilly stand on cliff weather: check.
Photos: check.
Memories: check.
What else is there to say about this place? It is a place all people should go, from locals, to tourists, to Escondidians.
I think this review was more for me than it was for anyone else.

Sunset Cliffs is one of those place you HAVE to go to if you ever visit San Diego. Though I have been here for 3 years already, this was the first time I ever got to visit this place– and during the sunset too! There was a good group of people on that windy evening all waiting at the cliffs for the sun to set. The view was absolutely breathtaking, colors of the sunset painting the sky in amazing and vibrant colors.
Even though this place is truly gorgeous, I would have liked it if there was better parking. My friend and I were interrupted half-​sunset by jarring car sounds playing from the car parked behind our bench. Some people can be so inconsiderate!
If you don’t count about the occasional rude stranger, overall, Sunset Cliffs is a very clean, nice walking trail. There is a beach at the bottom of the cliffs, which I do not know how in the world people can access. Apparently, there are tide pools in this area– which I will have to check out the next time I come!

As far as nature walks and hiking, Sunset Cliffs is one of, if not my favorite in San Diego.
It’s so beautiful here. The hike is easy along the side of the cliff, but you can increase the intensity by going up and down to the sandy beach part or climbing down rocks to get to the bottom.
There are also tide pools and small sea caves. Just everything to look about a scenic walk through nature.
I’ve had so many good memories here, some I’ll never forget, so I have the cliffs to thank for that.
From having an early afternoon hike with someone special to watching shooting stars at night, I couldn’t wish for a better place to do it at.
I’ll always come back to sunset cliffs :)

If you have not come out here, well your missing out. It’s a great place to walk, hike (make it count and hike down (or via rope from high cliffs, climb) and customize however way you want. It’s very popular! It’s long and the views are damn breathtaking! Everything positive everyone says is true. And if your a couple, this is your makeout spot! Surfers delight and yes you’ll smell reefer throughout (sigh).
Just so much exploring, tide pools rock hopping or climbing (mind you, rocks are little) to do here and picture taking, selfies galore, whatever your imagination makes of it to do here (meditate, yoga, etc).
Parking is not an issue, there are small parking lots and yes most of them free. And parking throughout the residential streets. However, I was there the weekend after New Years and at a time it was cold and little misty, drizzly at times. Didn’t stop the people from coming, but I can not imagine what crowds the summer brings, so be prepared and come early.
Also, sad note: A few days prior to my visit, I find out that someone had lost there life there :(
RIP and God be with his family.

Finally made a trip to Sunset Cliffs today, and oh man… what a beaut! I had no idea it was so close to Ocean Beach. If you’re at the beach, make sure to check out the cliffs too.
I came at 4:30pm, about half an hour before sunset. Even though it was a bit cloudy, the view was awesome. There’s something so relaxing about watching the waves crash and the sun disappear from the sky. I came here by myself as an outlet from a hectic day (and week), and I loved it. But yes… this is a popular spot for love birds. I think I sat next to like three couples today. Perfect spot to bring your significant other, sit on a blanket and enjoy some snacks. I also saw a lot of people bring their dogs (just make sure to keep them far from the edge!).
As for parking, there are a couple compact parking lots. If they’re full, I wouldn’t bother trying to follow a leaving car or wait in line. There’s tons of residential parking! I found parking within minutes. Just be careful when crossing the street; the corner is a blind spot!

We went at the most perfect time
I wish I could preface it with that but we obviously didn’t haha. My friend suggested we go here and we wanted to go at –duh– sunset, and at the beginning of the day, with sun still in our eyes, we thought that it was still possible. But at Seaport Village, the sun quickly hid behind clouds and it got really cloudy.
And then we realized Seaport had 2 hour parking only, and so we had to cancel walking to Gaslamp and enjoying that view. I wish that we had stopped by (our friend had never been and I hadn’t gone to that area either). So we made our way to Sunset Cliffs, where it was cloudy. We then took a few picture and looked for about 3 minutes when it started raining. Yep the rain our best friend. We sat in the car for about 15 minutes and waited a the rain stopped, along with the fact that the sun kinda peeked out. It was beautiful the way the sun hit the water. I wish I did see it hit the cliffs as well.
Parking is plentiful; there are 3 different areas you can park. You can’t do parking on the street though (one lane per) so you’d have to find a spot or find a side road if you can.
It looks like a really great place to look and enjoy the view (and cough cough propose) at sunset!
And RIP to the guy who was using technology and fell Dec. 2015. It was a couple days before we came (maybe 1 – 2 days?)

In the mood for something quite romantic, breathtaking, and absolutely satisfying??? Then you must visit Sunset Cliffs! What’s that??? Well exactly what it sounds like… watching the sunset from the cliffs.
This is your moment to connect with nature. Take time out from everyday life and become one with the sun. Letting the warm sun embrace your body with its warming rays. Let your muscles relax as you breath in and close your eyes.
But, don’t keep them closed for too long. Inhale, the ocean breeze and let the sounds of the waves take away your miseries. Watch the sunset, slowly as the colors of the sky change and the night takes over… you won’t be disappointed. This is pure bliss.
Bookmark and check out. There is private parking and street parking. You will see a lot of folks here. Find yourself a nice spot. Some may even clap as the sunsets. And is gone within seconds.
Loved it!!! Will be back!!!