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San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center — Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California
San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center in Cardiff-by-the-Sea: best for ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-12; Free.
Address2710 Manchester Ave, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007
HoursNature Center 9am–5pm daily; trails sunrise–sunset
PricesFree
Price notesNo admission fee is stated on the County park page.
Age notesNo official age guidance was published on the County page fetched — Not confirmed.
BookingNo reservation for general visits.
Suggested timeAbout 1.5 hours
AccessibilityNot confirmed on the County pages fetched 2026-11-05.
ParkingParking at the Nature Center; no fee is stated on the County page (Not confirmed)
Hours in detailNature Center (2710 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea): 9 AM-5 PM daily. The reserve's 7 miles of easy-to-moderate trails are open sunrise to sunset.
Seasonal notesCounty park notices warn that San Elijo trails - including some trails at high tides - close during and after storms; call the park office at (760) 634-3026 for current conditions. County parks, gates, offices and restrooms observe the December 25 closure policy (sites remain open to foot, horse and bike traffic).
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