San Elijo State Beach

BE SAFE AT THE BEACH RIP CURRENTS

The ocean can be dangerous at any time of the
year and in any location. Every year people drown
because they do not understand the dangers
posed by the massive power and strength of
ocean waters. The most important lesson? Learn
to swim (before you go) and never swim alone!
Ocean Safety Tips
• Always keep an eye on the surf—Large waves
can hit the shore without warning, crashing
much farther up the beach than normal waves.
They can knock down both children and adults
and drag them into deep water.
• On steep beaches, be wary of backwash—
Even normal waves can create a dangerous rush
of water that can knock you off your feet and
pull you out into the ocean.
• Do not dive headfirst into the surf—Divers
may hit hidden rocks or the shallow bottom,
resulting in paralysis or death.
• Know what a rip current is and how to free
yourself if caught in one.
Discover the many states of California.
A rip current is a channel of water flowing
away from shore. Rip currents, which are
quite common, will typically form at breaks in 2050 South Coast Hwy 101 • Cardiff, CA 92007 • (760) 753-5091
sandbars or near structures, such as piers.
A rip current can be very narrow or may be
This popular oceanfront campground is located between Encinitas and Solana Beach, 40 miles north of
more than 50 yards wide. They can quickly
San Diego. Stairs lead to the beach. For more information, visit the California State Parks web site at
increase in speed and therefore may change
www.parks.ca.gov.
from moment to moment in terms of the threat
they pose to swimmers and waders.
PARK FEES are due and payable upon entry beach. Pets/dogs must be confined to a vehicle
The average speed of a rip current is one to
into the park. Use the self-registration system or tent at night. Noisy/vicious animals are not
two feet per second, but they have been found
if the entrance station is closed. Campsite allowed. Please clean up after your animal.
to be as fast as eight feet per second—faster
fee covers one vehicle. Extra vehicle fees are
than an Olympic swimmer! CAMP STORE: Open April through October;
collected upon arrival. firewood, ice, groceries. (760) 436-6601.
Rip currents can carry even the strongest
OCCUPANCY: Only eight (8) people and three FIRES AND FIREWOOD: Fires are allowed only
swimmer out to sea, sometimes just beyond
(3) vehicles per site. No equipment in the in established fire rings. NO beach fires. Do not
the line of breaking waves and other times
planted areas, please. leave campfires unattended.
possibly hundreds of yards offshore.
VEHICLE PARKING: Vehicles must be parked
If you find yourself caught in a rip current the
within assigned campsite, not on the roadway,
first thing to do is stay calm and don’t try to in the planted area or beyond the campsite To 76
fight the current—it will win, not you. Instead, number. Only three licensed vehicles (includes Los Angeles
escape the current by swimming in a direction motor cycles/trailers/RVs) are allowed per OCEANSIDE 78
parallel to the shoreline. When you are free of campsite.
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the current, swim away from the rip current and
VISITORS: Non-registered guests must exit CARLSBAD
at an angle toward the shore.
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CHECK-OUT TIME is noon. Please leave site South Carlsbad
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RE-REGISTRATION: If you want to re-register,
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(TTY 800-274-7275). To make online reservations, visit our website at www.parks.ca.gov. at all times. They are not permitted on the
ALTERNATE FORMAT: This publication is available in alternate formats by contacting the © 2009 California State Parks
Communications Office at (800) 777-0369, 711, TTY relay service.
Torrey Pines State Beach
GENERATORS: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. only! MOTORIZED SCOOTERS: Operators must have a NO SUBSTANCE (Comet, Ajax, diatomaceous LEGEND
driver’s license or permit to operate. Helmets are earth, etc.) may be scattered on the ground.These
QUIET HOURS are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Please be Accessible Feature
required (CVC 21235). poison nearby plants, marine life, and are harmful
considerate.
to children and adults on direct contact. Campfire
THEFT WARNING: Keep your vehicles locked and
NOISE: Radios and other sound-producing devices CH Camp Host Site
your valuables out of sight. Report any suspicious WI-FI Service: San Elijo State Beach now offers
must not be audible beyond your immediate
activity to the park staff. AT&T Wi-Fi Service! You can access this service if Campsite Office
campsite, regardless of the time of day or night.
you are within a 150 foot range of the camp store. Laundry
ACCESSIBLE PARKING: All vehicles registered in the
CURFEW: All visitors under the age of 18 must be in Lifegaurd Tower
campground must park within campsite limits. Please INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS: Ask staff about
their campsites between 10 p.m. – 6 a.m.
leave accessible parking spots available for those upcoming programs. Look-Out Point
ALCOHOL and glass containers are NOT allowed on using restroom facilities.
GROUP EVENTS: The San Elijo campfire center is No Dogs Allowed
the beach or beyond your campsite.
LIFEGUARDS: In addition to mobile lifeguards: available for group events. Restrictions and a fee Restrooms
PLANTS: All plants are protected. Do not cut, or Summer—towers staffed 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Spring/ apply. For event applications and information, call Road
attach items to plants. Do not damage berm or place Fall—limited tower staffing; Winter (Nov-March)— (760) 753-5355.
equipment in plant area between campsites. RV Sanitation Station
no towers staffed. Ask about current conditions/beach ACCESSIBLE campsites are 4, 26, 58, 92, 143,
safety before you swim! Stairs
SQUIRRELS/WILDLIFE: Don’t feed them. It promotes 164. Restroom/shower buildings have accessible
disease, overpopulation and property damage. Store
GARBAGE: Household garbage only. Please take facilities. Prior to arrival, if you need assistance call
(760) 753-5091. Telephone
TRUCKS: Passengers may not ride in the beds of your large items (chairs, carpet, boxes, etc) home.
pick-up trucks (including those with camper shells). Walk-In Gate
RECYCLE: Recycle bins are provided for your MOTORHOMES AND TRAILERS are limited to
California Vehicle Code laws apply. 35’ for non-hookup sites or 24’ for hook-up sites. Water Faucets
aluminum cans and plastic bottles. Recycling
BICYCLES: Are allowed only on paved roads. supports the Junior Ranger programs! Vehicles over these length limits may not enter
Bicycle riders under age 18 must wear a helmet. the park, as of 1/1/2010.
Bicycles ridden after dark must have a light. Please
ride safely. Your Site # _____________
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