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A quiet day at Swami's.
Looking south down Swami's Beach toward San Elijo State Beach.
Only a few surfers on a hot summer day.
A lone surfer.
The northern reef break.
Looking south down Swami's Beach toward San Elijo State Beach.
Looking south down Swami's Beach toward San Elijo State Beach.
Aron Bosworth
Swami's is home to a world class (and crowded) surf break.
The steps leading from the parking area to the beach.
Aron Bosworth
Top of Swami's Beach.
Steps down to the beach.
Entrance to the stairs reflects the origins of the beach's name.
Benches overlooking the beach.
Grassy picnic area at street level.
Memorial dedicated to Gary Taylor, a local surfer who passed away in 2003.
The small parking lot.
Series of benches at the street level of the park.
Aron Bosworth
Aron Bosworth
Aron Bosworth