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the Best Things to Do in Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach (“OB” to locals) has been – and pretty much still is – a care-free beach community that loves dogs. With so many exciting things to do in Ocean Beach, once you visit, you’ll never want to leave. This eclectic beach community offers a long fishing pier, a beautiful shoreline, tons of fun beach activities, and Dog Beach, a place for canine companions to roam freely without fear of the long arm of the law. Swim, surf, play some volleyball or picnic; Ocean Beach is casual and hip and it has some interesting characters, antique stores, surf shops, and restaurants along Newport Avenue. Locals and visitors enjoy Ocean Beach’s casual, laid-back beach culture and atmosphere. More than any other beach community in San Diego County, Ocean Beach allows you to be you – whatever that may be! Because of the wide variety of attractions and things to do in Ocean Beach, the area attracts a good mix of families, visitors, locals, and fishing folks.

Check out the tide pools south of the pier. At the south end of the 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. Check out all of our recommendations of things to do around San Diego.