# Stonesteps > Huge beach with soft sand and great surf offers a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful ocean views. Stairs provide access but can be slippery and deter crowds, keeping the beach quiet. Families enjoy calm waves and a small spillway suitable for children. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Stonesteps - Address: 340 S El Portal St, Encinitas, California, United States - Website: https://www.encinitasca.gov/government/departments/parks-recreation-cultural-arts/parks-beaches-trails/beaches - Google rating: 4.7 (601 reviews) ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 10/10 - Beach — 9.5/10 - Surf Spot — 9/10 - Parking Available — 6.7/10 ## What people say - "I found the beach peaceful and beautiful with great views." - "The ocean view from the stairs is breathtaking." - "There's free street parking available nearby." ## Good to know - Parking can be difficult when the area is busy. - There are almost 100 steps to reach the beach. - Dogs are not allowed on the beach. - The steps can be very slippery when wet; exercise caution. - The location serves as a good starting point for beach walks during low tide. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.