El Portal Beach & Stairway
Descend from the neighborhood street along Buena Vista down to this rocky beach across the train tracks. El Portal staircase has an excellent view of the beach trail, sunsets, Dana Point coast, and San Clemente’s coast.
San Clemente Beach Trail
San Clemente’s beach trail offers 2.2 miles of scenic coastline to walk, bike, jog. The trail is pet friendly for leashed dogs. Starting at North Beach and stretching to San Clemente State Beach, the trail offers plenty of room to exercise and easy access to your favorite beaches.
Beach Amenities
Stairway Access to beach
Nearby parking (North Beach)
Stairway access to neighborhoods
Beach Trail
204s and Dije Court are just a few minutes walk from the North Beach trailhead and are also accessible via neighborhood staircases.