Imperial Beach
About
Imperial Beach is a public ocean beach in California, about 1.5 miles from the town of Imperial Beach. It's a straightforward stop for a swim, with lifeguards on duty and restrooms on site. Swimming is allowed, and there is no fee to visit. The warmest stretch runs from July through September, when typical highs reach about 73 to 75°F with lows in the mid-60s, based on averages from a nearby weather station. Winter stays mild, with typical highs in the upper 60s. Two short trails sit about 0.6 miles away: the Visitor Center Trail and the Clapper Rail Trail. The South McCoy Trail is about 1.3 miles off, and the Seacoast Trail is roughly 2 miles away.
Beach Details
Swimming
Allowed
Lifeguards
On duty (often seasonal)
Parking
Available
Fee
Free
Restrooms
Yes
Accessible access
Yes
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Imperial Beach
California
Data: California Coastal Commission, YourCoast public access data. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Year-round. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 65–75°F and lows of 46–65°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Imperial Beach Ream Fld Nas, CA weather station, 1.4 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan67° high47° low
- Feb65° high48° low
- Mar66° high51° low
- Apr67° high52° low
- May68° high57° low
- Jun70° high60° low
- Jul73° high64° low
- Aug75° high65° low
- Sep75° high62° low
- Oct73° high56° low
- Nov70° high50° low
- Dec66° high46° low
Nearby
- Visitor Center TrailHiking0.6 mi
- Clapper Rail TrailHiking0.6 mi
- South McCoy TrailHiking1.3 mi
- Seacoast TrailHiking2 mi
- P.E.R.L. Loop TrailHiking2.3 mi
- Marsh Spur TrailHiking2.4 mi
- North Beach TrailHiking2.6 mi
- Coastal Trail NorthHiking2.6 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
