It seems that some people who claim this beach is not open to the public are referring to the fact that it is not suitable for parking gas-guzzling vehicles and unloading a plethora of supplies for a jam-packed weekend at the shore. However, this beautiful beach is easily accessible to those who prefer a more solitary stroll, with entrances available from Cassidy St. in O-side (or a slightly riskier entrance further down S. Pacific St.) or, for the adventurous, a 40-yard trek from Ocean Street in Carlsbad. While some may attempt to keep this beach a local secret, it is actually the discerning few who venture beyond the creek or south of Cassidy St. The general public tends to remain closer to the entrances, if only because it is impossible to set up a beach party on sand that disappears with each high tide. On a side note, it is worth mentioning that Saint Malo is located on the Atlantic coast of France, in Brittany, not Normandy. Let's get our facts straight. Lastly, while I may not be a fan of the wealthy, I must admit that the architecture in this community far surpasses that of typical McMansions.