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Solana Beach

Solana Beach History

   Solana translates to "sunny," and the small coastal city certainly lives up to its name.
   In 1886, Charles Jones settled the region around Solana Beach, which he called Lockwood Mesa. The area's rich soil and sunny climate was ideal for growing grains and beans, and it was an agricultural site for many years.
   Most of Lockwood Mesa was sold in 1922 to Col. Ed Fletcher, who decided to build a residential community near the beach. But Fletcher had a problem: The bluff views were nice, but access to the beach below was difficult. With help from some clever engineers, Fletcher eventually cut a gap in the bluffs, and the community of Solana Beach was born.

Activities

   The Stevens Ranch House, built in the 1890s, is the oldest home in Solana Beach. Site of the Solana Beach Heritage Museum, the house features period furniture, scrapbooks and photos on the history of the area.
   The Cedros Design District is home to dozens of trendy shops, galleries, restaurants and cafes.
   The weekly Solana Beach Farmers' Market offers an assortment of fresh flowers, baked goods and produce.
   And don't forget the beach!

Solana Beach Fast Facts

   Location: Solana Beach is located between Encinitas and Del Mar, about 23 miles north of San Diego
  *Total area: 3.61 square miles (3.53 square miles land area; 0.08 square miles water area)
  *Population: 12,979
  *Housing units: 6,456
   Average annual rainfall: 11.97 inches
   Average temperatures: 72ºF in summer, 55ºF in winter
*Information provided by 2000 Census

Schools

   There are three elementary schools in Solana Beach: Solana Highlands, Solana Vista and Skyline. Older students attend schools in neighboring communities.

Beaches

Maps of Solana Beach

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