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Ocean Beach Ca, Ocean Beach San DiegoOcean Beach (“OB” to locals)
has been — and pretty much still is — a hippie, liberal,
middle-class beach community that loves dogs and isn't terribly
fond of big business or "The Establishment." Check out the tide pools south of the pier. At the south end of the tide pools, you'll find the beginning of a concrete walkway that runs south along the oceanfront. The walkway is perfect for a romantic stroll or a casual walk. Locals practice an art known as “rock balancing” along the walk. Ocean Beach Parking, Restrooms The beach attracts a good mix of families, visitors, locals, and fishing folks. It has lifeguards, restrooms, showers, and disabled access. It also has separate swim and surf zones. Ocean Beach has public parking lots at the end of Voltaire Street, Santa Monica Avenue, and Newport Avenue. Street parking is scarce on summer weekends. Ocean Beach Directions Take I-8 west until it ends and turns into Sunset Cliffs Boulevard and then continue west. A right turn on Narragansett will take you directly to the pier. Ocean Beach Ca Visitor Guide Tips On peak days when other beaches become crowded
and parking is scarce, Ocean Beach is still quite accessible, especially
if you arrive early and don't mind parking several blocks
from the beach. Ocean Beach Bike Rides If you enjoy cycling, Ocean Beach offers several excellent rides for beginning and advanced riders. San Diego River channel. Beginners can start at the parking lot located at the south end of Ocean Beach near Dog Beach. A paved bike path runs east from the parking lot along the San Diego River channel. It goes several miles and provides a nice easy ride for beginners or families with small children. Pt. Loma / Cabrillo National Monument. Intermediate and advanced riders looking for a longer ride can start anywhere near Sunset Cliffs or Ocean Beach. From your starting point, ride to Sunset Cliffs Boulevard and ride south until you see either Point Loma Avenue or Novara Street. Turn left and ride up the steep hill on either street (Novara turns into Santa Barbara at the top of the hill). You'll soon intersect Catalina Boulevard, where you'll turn right. Catalina heads south up the hill toward Cabrillo National Monument. You'll soon enter the gate ($3 walk in fee and $5 car fee as of 2012) and continue to the top of the hill to the monument. This is a great place to take a break and enjoy the monument's spectacular views, historical buildings, and exhibits. For a little extra ride and hill-work, take the road that heads down to the tide pools, which are great for exploring sea life. End your ride by retracing your route back to Ocean Beach. Ocean Beach Restaurants Gallaghers Pub & Grill, 5046 Newport Ave. 619.222-5300. Irish Pub with live music and St. Patty's Day party. Ranchos Mexican Cuisine. 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. Very healthy, very good authentic mexican cuisine. Lots of vegetarian selections. Hodad's.
Voted best burger 2002 San Diego Magazine. 5010 Newport Avenue.
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