The Best of San Clemente
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Come Play in the Sand
Escape for a beach day in San Clemente where you can plant your umbrella in the sand, roll out your towel and soak up the sun. It is one of our top destinations. Still there’s more to this station than a day at the beach. We’ve created several day trip options including outlet shopping and going for an easy beach cruise to and from the pier.
Metrolink train lines
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Orange County Line
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Inland Empire-Orange County Line
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Day Trips
Take Metrolink to the beach in San Clemente! The station is minutes from the sand and surf.
Enjoy a quiet day of seaside outlet shopping with plenty of options for drinks and dining.
Go for a beach cruise that includes plenty of place to explore, dine and take selfies.
Fun Things to Do
Outlets of San Clemente
A beautiful way to save! Shop 60+ big brands at deep blue discounts in a stunning, Spanish-style village overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Stroll to shopping from the station and enjoy the open-air mall with delicious options for meals and snacks.
From station: Take the San Clemente Trolley from the train station or walk
From station: Take the San Clemente Trolley from the train station or walk
North Beach
Hop off the train and onto the beach, complete with picnic tables, swings and restrooms. The city runs a concession area in summertime.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Ole Hanson Beach Club
Built in 1928 and recently renovated, the historical Ole Hanson Beach Club features rich character and charm on the coast perched above North Beach. Features fresh-water swimming in the club’s community pool for a small daily fee.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
San Clemente Historical Society
Museum & Research Center. For more than 25 years, the Historical Society has preserved artifacts of San Clemente’s history, displayed in rotating exhibits in the museum.
From station: From the Metrolink train station, take OCTA Bus Route 191 South
From station: From the Metrolink train station, take OCTA Bus Route 191 South
San Clemente Coast Trail
San Clemente's 2.3-mile beach trail offers stunning views of the coastline. Bring your bike onboard the train and enjoy one of the most picturesque shorelines in SoCal. Begins at the Metrolink station.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
T-Street Beach
One of the area’s most popular surfing areas, T-Street is a few steps down from the San Clemente Coast Trail and offers restrooms and summer concession areas. Bring your board on the train.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Great Places to Eat & Drink
Moulin
Stop at this French artisan bakery, bistro and café for breakfast, lunch or treats to take to the beach or along the trail.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
La Colombiana
Snug, homey restaurant with patio seating offering a traditional range of Colombian dishes.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
The Shwack Cantina
Casual Mexican restaurant with cantina-inspired dishes and refreshing margaritas.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
The Riders Club Café
Elevated American fast food such as carnitas sandwiches along with craft beers & a wine list.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
SC Ranch Market
Featuring a wide variety of local foods and goods, this is a great place to stop for picnic goodies or a meal at the bakery and coffee shop.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Landers Supply House and Liquor Bar
Housed in a Spanish-style building that was an aquarium in the ‘30s, Landers serves up food and drink and vintage Western goods for sale.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Asada Cantina + Kitchen
Contemporary take on Mexican cuisine offered in a woodsy, polished setting with a wraparound bar. Located at the Outlets at San Clemente.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Bowlology
Offers acai, pitaya, protein and poke bowls plus smoothies and cold-press juices. Located at the Outlets at San Clemente.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Rockwell’s Bakery Café and Bar
Comfort food & gourmet menu choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located at the Outlets at San Clemente.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Ruby's Diner
Refuel while shopping with breakfast, burgers, fries, shakes and more in a vintage-style diner setting. Located at the Outlets at San Clemente.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Slapfish
Slapfish is a modern seafood shack that serves the quality of fine dining at the cost and convenience of fast "er" food. Located at the Outlets at San Clemente.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
Tomo Noodles and Dumplings
Enjoy a flavorful menu featuring a variety of savory ramen, dumplings, sandwiches and fried rice. Located at the Outlets at San Clemente.
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
From station: Within walking distance of the train station
How to Get There
Everything you need to know, including train schedules and tips on buying tickets and riding Metrolink trains. Easy!
Connections
The San Clemente Trolley is free and runs daily from Memorial Day weekend to the last Sunday in September. The system is made up of two routes, a Downtown Red Line and a North San Clemente Blue Line. The Red Line operates on weekends from April 2, 2022 through January 1, 2023.
Good to Know Before You Go
- It’s an easy walk from the San Clemente North station to beaches, trails, a beautiful outdoor mall and unique restaurants.
- Take your board or bike onboard the train.
- Be sure to check the last train departure time for your ride home.