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Shark Attacks
Explore shark attacks through our San Diego field notes. Find practical guides, coastal context and links to the official information you need before heading out.
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Northern San Diego: 10 North County Beaches to Explore
A north-to-south selection of North County beaches, with different choices for an easy beach day, a surf-watching stop or a long shoreline walk.
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Torrey Pines Beach: State Beach, Cliffs and Flat Rock
A practical guide to the sand below Torrey Pines, with the differences between the beach, reserve and Black’s Beach explained.
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Ocean Beach San Diego Sunset: 5 Coastal Places to Watch
Five places to consider for an ocean-facing evening, with the practical differences that matter more than a ranking.
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When Was the Megamouth Shark Discovered? The 1976 Story
A remarkable accidental catch revealed a large plankton-feeding shark. Discovery in 1976 and formal description in 1983 are different milestones.
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Swami Beach Encinitas: Swami's Beach Visitor Guide
A bluff-top park, stairway and celebrated surf break share one name. Here is how to choose the right kind of Swami's visit.
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Beach in La Jolla CA: Choose the Right Shoreline
La Jolla's beaches do different jobs. Compare a sandy park base, a small cove, a surf shoreline and quieter pocket-beach settings.
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