“Take a walk or ride down the boardwalk in Pacific Beach, and you’ll get a true taste of this lively beach community: restaurants, hotels, small storefronts offering sunglasses and souvenirs, and people of all ages, soaking up the sun & fresh salty air. I myself am a regular at the Crystal Pier, where novice & pro anglers alike can cast a line. I’m an excellent fishing coach, and available for hire…” Sandbag C. Gull
PB is the destination for thousands of visitors each year, in addition to the lucky few that can call it home. Consider the gridlock traffic of Grand and Garnet a nostalgic nod to the lost art of ‘cruising’, and turn yourself over to the spirit of youthful adventure. Arriving in the area early improves your odds, but it may be best to plan to park some distance from the beach and carry in your supplies for the day.
Pacific Beach & Pier Slideshow
Logistics
- Lifeguard services → if any ← varies by season, day, hours, even weather!
- The Crystal Pier is located at the foot of Garnet Street. It is typically open for public access and fishing from 8 AM to sunset, daily. There are no public facilities at this location
- At Felspar Street, select angle parking available, near a grassy park area adjacent to the boardwalk
- At Diamond Street, Restroom facilities & shower spigot available, and small parking area. Wooden stairs provide access to the beach level
Directions
Take Interstate 5 to Garnet Avenue, exit west. Follow Garnet to Mission Boulevard, the main thoroughfare running parallel to, and approximately one block away from, the beach. Enjoy!
