While waiting for my to go dinner, I walked the length of the harbor all the way to the beach. The docks were full of all sizes boats that extended off in the distance. My walk was perfect timing as the sun was setting over the horizon and the sky was a beautiful palette of orange, yellow and blue. the solitude of the beach was relaxing after my drive down from LA. Far off in the distance I could hear a repeating fog horn?? The moment was broken with the arrival of a tow truck. After returning to the docks, boat lights were gradually turning on for those occupants staying on board. It must be nice having bars and restaurants right there.

This is a very nice harbor not to big not to small. It’s very peaceful when you’re walking along the sidewalk. You can start at the lighthouse and go all the way around to the Jolly Rogers. Why I called the title no sounds and sounds. Harbor representing tranquility of not so much noise, on the other side of Marina Del Mar is the Splish flash waves of the ocean which is noticeably louder. I Absolutely enjoy both sides hands-down. You will see a lot of charter type boats and other recreational ocean activities to rent. There’s a number of very good restaurants along the sidewalk as well. You can charter a boat full day half-day nighttime whatever your pleasure is. Oh by the way, there’s a residence seal in the harbor definitely can hear him. At night time the lighthouse light rotates around which gives it some ambience as it reflects in the water.

My family really enjoyed walking around the Marina and watching sea lions mess with each other and the fisherman bring their fish off the boat early in the morning. If you are in the area to relax you should stop in and enjoy walking here. Historic Ocean side California

We approached the marina from the south, and it looked a little dirty, run down by the lighthouse area on first approach. Parking was scarce on this side of the marina and we ended up on the north lot which had lots of parking and the ability to see how large the marina is in terms of its size and number of boat accomodations.

This Marina is very well kept and very clean. It is always fun to take a walk around and look at all of the boats. It is a great spot to sit and relax.