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La Jolla Cove

La Jolla, CA

Nature

A small sheltered cove where sea lions haul out on the rocks and harbor seals rest at the nearby Children’s Pool. Snorkelling is good in summer; street parking is scarce, so come early or use paid garages.

Nearest town
La Jolla, CA
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
32.8503, -117.2713

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually all year round. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Mission Bay RV ResortMotorhome stopover
    5 mi from La Jolla Cove · 200 pitches
    Motorhomes
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Surf and Turf RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    9 mi from La Jolla Cove · 70 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Kumeyaay Lake CampgroundCampsite
    14 mi from La Jolla Cove
    TentsCaravansDrinking water
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • San Diego KOA CampgroundMotorhome stopover
    17 mi from La Jolla Cove
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • South Carlsbad State Beach CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from La Jolla Cove
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Tijuana River Valley Regional CampgroundCampsite
    23 mi from La Jolla Cove
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All campsites in California · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is La Jolla Cove?

La Jolla Cove is in La Jolla, CA, at GPS 32.8503, -117.2713. It is about 11 mi from San Diego.

Can you camp near La Jolla Cove?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Santa Fe Resort RV Park, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 32 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass La Jolla Cove?

La Jolla Cove is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Pacific Coast Highway south: Malibu to San Diego.

What is there to see near La Jolla Cove?

Places worth a stop nearby: Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (5 mi), Mission San Juan Capistrano (50 mi), Crystal Cove State Park (60 mi) and Galleta Meadows sculptures (61 mi).

When is the best time to visit La Jolla Cove?

The most pleasant months are usually all year round. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)