Beach Guide

Where to Park

San Clemente · lots & garages

Arrive early
lots fill fast

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12 PM today
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3 lots · 350 spaces. Scrub the time slider for the crowd estimate.

All Parking

at 12 PM · nearest first

Pier Area Paid Lot

~8 open

80 spaces · $2/hr · Metered lot · 1 min

Ole Hanson Beach Club Lot

~25 open

120 spaces · $2/hr · City lot · 2 min

North Beach Parking Area

~63 open

150 spaces · Free - 2-hr limit · City lot · 9 min

Local moves

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San Clemente is one of the most train-accessible beaches in Southern California - the Metrolink Surfliner stops at North Beach.

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North Beach lot is free with a 2-hour limit - good for a quick morning surf check before paying for the pier lot.

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Trestles surf break requires a 20-minute bike ride or hike from the San Onofre State Beach lot - no beachside parking.

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Del Mar Ave street parking is a local secret for restaurant visits - often free on side streets.

City parking info (949) 361-8200

happy hunting

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