beginner
San Diego, California, United States

Ocean Beach Pier

Ocean Beach Pier in San Diego provides a classic Southern California beach swimming location with sandy access and established lifeguard presence. This beginner-friendly spot offers warmer water than Northern California beaches and easier entry conditions. Avoid swimming directly under the pier and use marked swimming areas away from surfers.

Ocean Beach Pier

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Ocean Beach Pier

32.7472, -117.2533

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Location
San Diego, California, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
beginner
Coordinates
32.7472, -117.2533

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