Frequently Asked Questions
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Beach & Park - Swimming at the Beach
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The blue flags on Del Mar beaches designate safe swim areas. Lifeguards evaluate water and surf conditions and stake out those areas where there will be less risk to swimmers. Visitors are always advised to swim near the blue flags.Beach & Park - Swimming at the Beach
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The yellow sign with the black ball indicates that no surfing is allowed in this particular area. These no-surf areas are determined by lifeguards based on the size of the surf, the number of beach patrons, lifeguard staffing and other safety considerations.Beach & Park - Swimming at the Beach
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If caught in a rip current, the best thing to do is to try to relax and swim parallel to shore. It may feel like you are not making progress but continue to relax and swim parallel to the shore. Once you feel that you are out of the rip current, swim towards the shore. If you are unsure of what a rip current looks like, feel free to contact a lifeguard at the main tower at 17th Street.Beach & Park - Swimming at the Beach
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Beach & Park - Swimming at the Beach
The Del Mar Lifeguard Department has free tide books available at the Lifeguard Headquarters at 17th Street. Stop by and ask for your free copy.