Facebook no-script
Get To Know

PIER VIEW SOUTH BEACH

The most popular beach in O’side.

Expect crowds, but the view is amazing.

Roll out your beach towel on Pier View South Beach and you’ll be in the middle of lots of O’side beach action. True to its name, this sandy beach is located south of the pier, and thanks to its great break conditions, it’s the site of surfing, body boarding, and body surfing contests throughout the summer. For safety, no water activity is allowed within 100 feet of the pier. Instead, look for the different flags marking activity boundaries for surfing and swimming between Tower 1, located just south of the pier, and Tower 3, another 300 feet further to the south.

Parking​

Find restrooms and showers, covered picnic tables, benches, and barbeques at Pier View South, plus some fire rings in the sand. Vending machines and food vendors can be found under the pier in front of the Beach Community Center. Up on the pier itself, find a bait shop, more restrooms and lots of spots to drop your fishing line.

Amenities

Keepin' It Real in o'side

December 24, 2025
New Year’s Eve in Oceanside
New Year’s Eve is nearly here! If you are still looking for inspiration on the best ways to ring in the new year check out our list of places you can enjoy a nice dinner, grab a drink, and celebrate the coming of 2025 in Oceanside!
December 2, 2025
Wellness Experiences in Oceanside
Enjoy a host of wellness experiences on your next trip to Oceanside, CA! Keep up your fitness goals, reset your mind and have a spa day for the ultimate wellness vacation experience.
December 1, 2025
Holiday Events in Oceanside
Discover holiday magic in Oceanside! From festive events and seasonal lights to unique outdoor markets and family-friendly activities, find the perfect way to celebrate the Season of Swellness. Plan your winter getaway now!

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

Oceanside Visitors Guide 2023

Sharing some O'side love with our Visitor guide.

Follow us on Social Media

Use the hashtag #VisitOceanside

Get Inside O'side