Encinitas consists of five diverse areas, Olivenhain, New Encinitas, Old Encinitas, Leucadia, and Cardiff-by-the-sea. The City of Encinitas was founded over 100 years ago and is now made up of five communities that take pride in their own distinct personalities. Located 25 miles north of Downtown San Diego, Encinitas is home to approximately 58,000 residents. With six miles of rugged coastline and 21.5 square miles of land, Encinitas is a north San Diego County city situated between the San Elijo Lagoon to the south and the Batiquitos Lagoon to the north.

New Encinitas
Just a couple of miles up the read from Olivenhain is a neighbor referred to as "New Encinitas." New Encinitas is the vibrant centerpiece of commerce and opportunity and is also known as the "El Camino Real corridor." Though this area has seen explosive growth in the past 10 years, it continues to retain that small town feel and warmth.

Leucadia
In Greek, “Leucadia" means a sheltered place and this lovely coastal community truly lives up to its name. This tranquil area is famous for its giant Eucalyptus trees that line its main thoroughfare on Coast Highway and its wonderful, laid back atmosphere. Leucadia is located on Highway 101 on the north San Diego County coast. Heading south out of Carlsbad, it is the first beach community you'll encounter. Leucadia has a charm and character of its own: a tucked-away beach town with a funky atmosphere and some upscale homes. The many trees, lush landscaping, and tracts of vacant land create a relaxed, rural feeling. Beaches are popular with surfers and residents alike, and everyone enjoys the dramatic views from the oceanfront bluffs. Looking out from its scenic Grandview Beach, you can clearly see the tall smoke stacks of Carlsbad to the north. As one of 5 communities within the City of Encinitas incorporated together in 1986, Leucadia retains a special character as a "Sleepy Hollow".

Cardiff-By-the-Sea
Cardiff-by-the-sea was named after Cardiff, Wales in 1914. Many of the streets reflect that British flavor, while offering spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Restaurant Row, home of six popular eateries, is located just south of the business district of Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

		Old Encinitas Old Encinitas was founded over 100 years ago. This historic Highway 101 corridor offers that old-style California coastal flavor filled with shops, restaurants, cafes and historic architecture.