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Sunrise at Dog Beach

An early start built around sunrise (or golden light just after): the moment first, then breakfast or coffee once places open.

Best time: sunriseAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 06:40

    The Original Dog Beach

    Walk 11 minutes to The Original Dog Beach to secure a spot on the sand facing west. The sunrise is 06:51, so arriving early ensures you have a clear view of the sun breaking over the horizon.

  2. 06:51

    Dog Beach

    Watch the sunrise at Dog Beach. The sun rises at 06:51, casting a warm glow over the flood channel and the water.

  3. 07:21

    The Cliffs Cafe

    Head to The Cliffs Cafe for coffee and a light bite. It opens at 06:30, so it is ready for you shortly after the sunrise event concludes.

Local tip

The Cliffs Cafe is open from 06:30 to 15:00, making it the perfect early morning stop. Check the route if you need directions from the beach to the cafe.

Check before you go

  • The Cliffs Cafe opens at 06:30. If you arrive after 15:00, it will be closed.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to San Diego (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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