Pacific Beach

Nestled between Ocean Beach and Mission Beach is San Diego's Pacific Beach. "PB", as its called by many local residents, is known for Crystal Pier, lots of clubs, shops, bars and coffee shops. This mostly younger crowd can be seen rollerblading, jogging and biking at the Pacific Boardwalk - the ultimate way to people watch.

Life Guards
Staffed daily, year round at the foot of Grand Avenue at Pacific Beach. Generally duty is from 9:00 a.m. to dusk.

Water Activity
Separate water areas reserved for swimming and surfing. Scuba diving is prohibited.

Restrooms/Showers
At the foot of Grand Avenue at the lifeguard station in Pacific Beach.

Disabled Accessibility:
Pacific Beach is Accessible to wheelchairs.

Beach Fires
Containers for beach fires are provided during summer months, they are available on a first come, first served basis.

Dogs
Not permitted on Pacific Beach.

Alcohol
Consumption of alcohol is prohibited at all times.

Directions & Parking
Take Hwy 5 North to Grand Ave. Head west to Mission Blvd.