For the past 5 or 6 years, we have been frequenting Silver Strand State Beach during our annual summer trips to California from Arizona. The main reason for our visits is due to my children's love for surfing and boogie boarding. The beach itself is incredibly well-maintained and pristine. The waves are perfect for both surfing and boogie boarding, and there is ample parking, showers, restrooms, and a few picnic tables available. Despite its popularity, the beach never feels overcrowded and lifeguards are always present for safety. However, it's important to be mindful of the stingrays in the area. During our most recent visit in July, there was a notable increase in the number of stingrays present. Unfortunately, my oldest son was stung by one, but the lifeguard was extremely helpful and directed us to the main tower for a foot soak. We noticed that there were several others who had also been stung and were soaking their feet at the same time. It's unclear whether this was just an unlucky occurrence or if the stingrays were more prevalent during this particular visit.