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San Elijo Lagoon Estuary Canal – Cardiff State Beach loop from Solana Beach

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San Elijo Lagoon Estuary Canal – Cardiff State Beach loop from Solana Beach

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3.2

(15)

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San Elijo Lagoon Estuary Canal – Cardiff State Beach loop from Solana Beach

01:41

6.55km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Swami's State Marine Conservation Area

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.56 km

Solana Beach

Highlight • Beach

A well-known and lively place, but we liked the other places along the coast much better.

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3.29 km

San Elijo Lagoon Estuary Canal

Highlight • River

The Elijo Lagoon is one of San Diego’s biggest wetland areas. The Estuary is 979 acres in area, and is mostly a shallow-water estuary. The canal is where the Escondido and La Orilla Creeks flow out int the Pacific Ocean.

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3.34 km

Cardiff State Beach

Highlight • Beach

A beautiful sandy beach between Encinitas and Solana Beach. There are parking spaces and toilets available. The beach is ideal for surfing, walking and just relaxing.

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4.91 km

San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Preserve

Highlight • Natural

The San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve spans 979 acres and includes a lagoon formed by the convergence of Escondido and La Orilla Creeks with the Pacific Ocean. It's a favorite spot for hikers and runners, offering scenic views throughout and plenty of opportunities for wildlife sightings.

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6.55 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.99 km

2.93 km

307 m

148 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.60 km

661 m

184 m

Elevation

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San Elijo Lagoon Estuary Canal – Cardiff State Beach loop from Solana Beach

Solana Beach

San Elijo Lagoon Estuary Canal

Cardiff State Beach

San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Preserve

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