Silver Strand State Beach at 5000 CA-75, 92118, occupies the narrow land bridge between the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay, giving visitors the rare option of ocean surf or calm bay waters within a short walk. Lifeguard-staffed swimming areas, picnic shelters, fire rings, and RV camping are available. The state beach connects to the Bayshore Bikeway trail — rent a bike from Holland's Bicycles at 977 Orange Avenue to ride the dedicated path from the Village to the Strand. For open-water kayaking and paddleboarding nearby, Crown Cove Aquatic Center at the same CA-75 location offers watercraft rentals in partnership with California State Parks.