Where can I go to the beach and what are the hours?
Encinitas offers miles of beaches to explore. Please visit our Beaches page for detailed information on beach access and viewpoints and enjoy our beaches!
Lifeguard Tower Hours Beach wide: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. during the summer (late June to Labor Day)
Beach Parking Hours: 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. daily.
What classes, children's programs, and sports do you offer?
Encinitas Parks and Recreation is proud to offer the community some incredible places to play and enjoy. Browse our Recreation Programs.
How many parks do you have and where are they located?
The Parks and Recreation Department maintains and operates 6 miles of beaches, more than 20 parks (including the amazing new Encinitas Community Park), over 40 miles of recreational trails and the beautiful Encinitas Community & Senior Center.
What is the Responsible Beverage Service and Sales (RBSS) ordinance?
The City of Encinitas passed a Responsible Beverage Service and Sales (RBSS) ordinance which requires sellers and servers of alcohol to be trained in a Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control certified program. Click here for more information.
Utilities
I just moved here. Who do I call about utilities such as water, gas, electricity, cable, internet service and trash pick-up?
