The park is located directly above the iconic Del Mar bluffs, which are subject to ongoing coastal erosion and stabilization projects.
It sits adjacent to the Powerhouse, a building constructed in 1912 to house the San Diego Consolidated Gas & Electric Company's power plant.
The train tracks located just north of the park are part of the Los Angeles-San Diego-San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) rail corridor, one of the busiest passenger rail lines in the United States.
The lawn area is a frequent site for seasonal community concerts and private weddings permitted through the City of Del Mar.
Sea Grove Park is a public oceanfront recreation lawn situated on the bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Del Mar, California. The park features open grass areas, landscaped gardens, and paved walking paths that connect directly to the beach access points below. It serves as a primary venue for community events, including the Del Mar Summer Twilight Concerts. The site is maintained by the City of Del Mar and integrates native coastal vegetation into its grounds. It is positioned adjacent to the historic Powerhouse Community Center. Visitors have direct views of the coastline and the Del Mar train tracks which run along the cliff edge. The area is heavily used by pedestrians moving between the village and the shoreline.
The northern edge of the park overlooking the train tracks and the ocean at sunset.
Bring a blanket for a picnic, as the park is primarily open lawn space with limited bench seating.
Monitor the tide charts before visiting if you plan to walk from the park down to the beach, as high tides can submerge access paths.
Parking in the surrounding residential streets is strictly enforced; use the designated public lots nearby.
Do not attempt to walk down the steep, unofficial dirt trails on the cliffs; use only the sanctioned staircases for beach access.
No dogs allowed on the grass; stay on designated paths; pack out all trash to keep the area clean.
