“By The Sea” - A Coastal Camino in San Diego
Spiritual pilgrimages are an ancient Christian practice. From the Camino De Santiago in Spain to the Kerry Camino in Ireland, Christians have embarked on spiritual journeys along beautiful natural walkways. Join us as we embark on a new Coastal Camino in California!
A two-day 25 mile beach and nature pilgrimage from La Jolla to Carlsbad in Southern California
Highlights:
Thoughtfully designed itinerary: Walk the world’s most iconic coastline.
Spiritual Reflection and Silence: Enjoy natural surroundings for spiritual reflection and prayer.
Sharing and Discussions: Life-giving conversations with new friends over delicious meals and at quaint coffee shops along the camino.
Boutique Hotel Accommodations: Enjoy stays at curated boutique Inns.
Holy Sites: Visit special churches at the end of each day for a spiritual blessing and collection of the Coastal Camino stamp.
La Jolla to Carlsbad, California
Location:
May 27-29, 2026
Dates:
Walking with Jesus
Cost:
Theme:
$1250
10 lawyers seeking a Christian spiritual pilgrimage
Capacity:
Lodging, meals, guided camino
Includes:
Interested?
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Retreats
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This sample schedule represents the tentative design of the Coastal Camino retreat. The official schedule for your retreat will be provided in your retreat booklet.
WEDNESDAY
3:00 | Arrival and Check-In at hotel in La Jolla Shores
4:00 | Welcome Reception
6:00 | Single Conversation Dinner
8:00 | Dessert and Evening Devotional
THURSDAY
Before 9 | Breakfast
9:00 am | Guided 7 mile coastal walk from La Jolla Shores to Del Mar with stops for spiritual journaling
12 pm | lunch at local coastal spot
1-5 pm | Guided 7 mile coastal walk from Del Mar to Encinitas with final stop at special church for blessing and stamp. Check into boutique coastal hotel in Leucadia
6:30 pm | Dinner
FRIDAY
Before 9 | Breakfast
10:00 am | Guided 8 mile coastal walk from Leucadia to Carlsbad with final stop at special church for blessing and stamp
1:00 | lunch at local coastal spot. For those with afternoon flights, departure to airports
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Our retreats are Christian retreats. This includes the full spectrum of denominations. Past retreats have includeds evangelicals, Catholics, Anglicans, Episcopalians, and those on a spiritual journey.
Our retreats have also included a Chaplain and morning devotion/worship and evening devotions. There is also set aside time to pray alone and together throughout the retreat.
Our posture is one of grace and truth. We are trying to walk authentically and sincerely as Christians while being sensitive to welcoming with open arms those who are seeking a spiritual experience in a Christian retreat setting.
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Delicious food!
One thing we really focus on is having high quality and healthy meals. We will unabashedly splurge on better meals. Spoiler alert, we are foodies so great craft coffee, good wine, and high quality food is our love language. :)
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Simplicity is the key for this camino retreat. Shed the unnecessary.
A few things to consider:
What you bring is what you carry to each stop. No luggage will be transported to next hotel. So, pack lightly.
Bring backpack
Simple athletic change of clothing
Toiletry
Journal and Bible
Water bottle
Hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Please keep computers at home
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The goal of the retreat is to rest and connect with each other and God.
To help you fully enter into the rhythm of retreat, we ask to you prepare in advance to leave work and laptops home.
We hope that by setting devices aside for the short time we are together, you can be fully present for each other.