Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Encinitas, California
Community of Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Cardiff | |
|---|---|
Community | |
 Sunset at Cardiff Beach | |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | San Diego |
| City | Encinitas |
| Founded | 1911 |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Population (2007) | |
| • Total | 11,537 |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code | 92007 |
| Area codes | 442/760 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1656451[1] |
Cardiff-by-the-Sea, usually referred to as Cardiff, is a beach community located in Encinitas, bordering Solana Beach to the south in San Diego County, California. The Pacific Ocean is to the west of Cardiff, Encinitas on its east and north, and a beach and lagoon on its south. With a population of under 12,000, Cardiff-by-the-Sea operates as part of the city of Encinitas, but unlike the other communities that comprise Encinitas, has its own ZIP code (92007).
In 1911, this former farming community began to develop Cardiff, when Boston developer J. Frank Cullen broke ground to build new homes.[2] Frank Cullen's wife, a native of Cardiff, Wales, persuaded him to name the community "Cardiff", as well as many streets, such as "Birmingham", "Oxford", "Chesterfield" and "Manchester", despite heavy Spanish influence in the area.[3]
According to the 2010 Census, Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 71% white, 21% Hispanic, 3% Asian, 1% African-American and 4% Other [4]
Cardiff is also home to a few well-known surf spots, such as Swami's and Cardiff Reef.
Government
Cardiff is part of the city of Encinitas, which is governed by a five-member city council, elected at-large to staggered four-year terms at two-year intervals.
In the California State Legislature, Cardiff is in the 36th Senate District, represented by Republican Janet Nguyen, and in the 76th Assembly District, represented by Democrat Brian Maienschein.[5]
In the United States House of Representatives, Cardiff is in California's 49th congressional district, represented by Democrat Mike Levin.[6]
Cardiff School District
Cardiff has a school district consisting of two schools:[7]
- Cardiff Elementary (K-3)
- Ada Harris Elementary (3-6)
Cardiff Reef
Cardiff Reef ("The Reef") is a popular surf spot in Cardiff that produces waves both professional and novice surfers enjoy year round. Surfing at The Reef has progressed from just a few surfers in the 1950s to become one of the most popular surfing spots in San Diego County.[8] Cardiff Reef and nearby surf spot, Pipes, are famous for their smooth and consistent wave shape.
When the tide is low, a flat rock reef is revealed that extends 50 yards from shore. Exploring these tide pools is a popular activity for visitors of Cardiff.
Photos
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Coastline and campgrounds -
Surfers walking out at Cardiff Reef
Notable residents
 | This section needs additional citations for verification. (June 2015) |
- Mark Allen, former professional triathlete[9]
- Scott Eastwood, actor[citation needed]
- Jon Foreman, singer/guitarist for Switchfoot[citation needed]
- Lyn-Z Adams Hawkins, professional skateboarder[citation needed]
- Chalmers Johnson, historian and author of the Blowback trilogy[citation needed]
- Jonathan Jones, singer for the bands Waking Ashland and We Shot the Moon[citation needed]
- Frances Lee, silent film actress[citation needed]
- Rob Machado, professional surfer[citation needed]
- Kirk McCaskill, retired major league baseball pitcher[citation needed]
- Emily Ratajkowski, actress[citation needed]
- Marion Ross, actress[citation needed]
- Darren Hardy, publisher of Success Magazine[citation needed]
See also
References
- ^ "Cardiff-by-the-Sea". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved 2009-02-04.
- ^ Some Cardiff History from the Cardiff Chamber of Commerce
- ^ Tucker, Wehtahnah; Bujkovsky, Gus. Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Arcadia Publishing SC. pp. 7, 15. ISBN 9780738569512.
- ^ "Mapping America — Census Bureau's 2005-9 American Community Survey". The New York Times. December 13, 2010.
- ^ "Statewide Database". Regents of the University of California. Retrieved April 9, 2015.
- ^ "California's 49th Congressional District - Representatives & District Map". Civic Impulse, LLC.
- ^ "Cardiff School District". Archived from the original on April 24, 2010. Retrieved May 20, 2010.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "10 Best Surf Spots in San Diego". Retrieved May 22, 2012.
- ^ "IRONMAN TRIATHLON : Mark Allen Wins, Gains Confidence". Los Angeles Times. Associated Press. October 8, 1990. Retrieved May 24, 2011.
External links
- CardiffByTheSea.org - Information center and chamber of commerce.
- Cardiff By The Sea Weather - Cardiff By The Sea Weather
- U.S. Census Bureau Fact Sheet for Cardiff-by-the-Sea
