Spending a Day at the Beach in San Diego, California

San Diego is the 2nd largest city in California and the 8th largest in the United States. It has a citywide population of nearly 1.3 million residents and more than 3 million residents countywide. Its area is 4200 sq. miles.

San Diego is known for its wonderful climate which averages 70 degrees. It has a great variety of geography. It has 70 miles of beautiful beaches on the west coast. 
 
In San Diego’s East County, the terrain varies from gentle foothills to mile-high mountains. About 2 hours from the city is the Anzo Borrego Desert State Park. Some of the most popular tourist attractions are the San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, Sea World, and Legoland.