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Cardiff State Beach
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Cardiff State Beach

California · CA

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Cardiff State Beach is a California State Beach in San Diego County, California, United States. Popular activities include swimming, surfing, and beachcombing. Just next to Cardiff State Beach is San Elijo State Beach, which has a state-run campground. The 507-acre (205 ha) park was established in 1949.

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