Moonlight Beach
Moonlight State Beach is a state beach in Encinitas, California. Located one fifth of a mile beyond the point where Encinitas Boulevard turns into B Street after it crosses Highway 101, Moonlight Beach
The beach area is appropriate for both children's and adults' recreation. It is popular with both tourists and residents, and it is one of the most visited beaches in Encinitas. This sand beach is used for surfing, swimming, surf fishing, beach volleyball, and bonfires.
History
Early female settlers washed clothing in nearby Cottonwood Creek, then provided picnics for their families while the laundry dried. Land prospector J. S. Pitcher, who owned much of Encinitas, built a bathhouse, playground, boardwalk, dance hall, and several picnic areas. Between 1915 and 1925, Moonlight Beach began to attract North County residents for social outings. Popular events included horse races. At that time, during low tide, one could drive a Model T north on the beach all the way to Oceanside.