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PIER VIEW NORTH BEACH

Laid back vibe with room to ride.

To escape the crowds, head north.

The Pier Amphitheater on the south side of the pier brings crowds and lots of activities to Pier View South, especially during summer. By contrast, this wide, sandy beach north of the pier is more chill. Follow the flags to find designated zones for surfing and swimming and body boarding, guarded by Towers 2 and 4.

Parking​

The paid parking lot north of the pier fills up quickly in summer. Have better luck with metered parking on Pacific Street or head to either of the pay parking lots located on the corner of Mission Avenue and Myers Street, or on Surfrider Way east of Pacific Street.

Amenities

Keepin' It Real in o'side

November 3, 2026
Oceanside Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and O’side is serving up holiday magic during our Season of Swellness! From cozy dine-in experiences to delicious takeout feasts, discover where to savor the holiday in Oceanside.
October 20, 2026
The Art of the Plate: Oceanside’s Swell Plates Series
Taste O’side during the 2027 Swell Plates Series, featuring limited-time, locally sourced and art-inspired dishes from Oceanside chefs.
October 15, 2026
Beyond the Course: Oceanside’s O’riginal Approach to Golf
Think golf requires strict dress codes and silent clubhouses? Think again! From dog-friendly fairways and high-tech range parties to ocean-view greens and Tour-level science, make Oceanside your SoCal Home Base and discover how it’s completely breaking the rules of traditional golf.

What's New in O'side? Check out Our 2026 Visitor Guide To find out.

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