Caution
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Active/Upcoming Event
Pacific Beach
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Pacific Beach Located just south of Crystal Pier, Pacific Beach extends south before becoming Mission Beach. One of the busiest beach areas in San Diego, Pacific Beach draws large crowds of locals and tourists in the summer. Pacific Beach is one of nine beaches that has permanent lifeguard stations patrolled by San Diego Lifeguards.
North Pacific Beach North Pacific Beach extends approximately a mile north of Crystal Pier to Pacific Beach Point. This beach is bordered by cliffs up to 75 feet in height with an extension of the boardwalk traversing the cliff-top along much of the south end of the beach. At the north end of the beach is Tourmaline Surfing Park which includes a public parking lot, showers and restrooms. This area is heavily used by surfers, kite surfers and sailboarders year round.
amenities
BBQ Grills
Fire Pits
Metered Parking
Picnic
Restaurants Nearby
Restrooms
Showers
Gear Rental
activities
Biking
Fishing
Skateboarding
Surfing
Swimming
Volleyball
prohibitions
No Alcohol
No Amplified Music
No Camping
No Cars on Sand
No Dogs
No Smoking
hazards
High Surf
Jellyfish
Rip Currents
Stingrays
Aquatic Risk
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Extreme
There is always aquatic risk based on ocean conditions. Please check in with a lifeguard prior to swimming.
Stingray Activity
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High Stingray Activity
The stingray activity is determined by how many people have been stung by stingrays on that day. When more than two beachgoers have been stung by a stingray at the same tower location a purple indicator will appear in front of the tower. The stingray activity dial adjusts based on the total stingray incidents for the entire beach.
Swim at your Own Risk
Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments. Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time. Actual conditions may differ. Lifeguards are not always on duty or available. Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you.
Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.