North Pacific Beach

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Description - The beach area north of Crystal Pier extends approximately one mile from the north end of the community of Pacific Beach to the south end of the community of La Jolla. This beach is bordered by cliffs up to 75 feet in height. A sidewalk traverses the cliff-top along much of the south end of the beach. In this area, parking is very limited. At the north end of the beach is Tourmaline Surfing Park which includes a public parking lot and limited facilities. This area is heavily used by surfers and sailboarders year round.

Lifeguard Protection - Lifeguards are staffed at this beach year round, generally from 9:00 a.m. to dusk. Check with lifeguards for specific staff hours.

Rip Currents - Most California beaches experience strong rip currents. The best advice is to swim near a lifeguard.

Water Activity Zones - This beach has separate water areas reserved for swimming and surfing. Check with lifeguards for details.

Surfing - Surfing is permitted at this beach.

Scuba - This beach is not recommended for scuba due to lack of undersea life, heavy water activity, and surf.

Restrooms and Showers - Public restrooms and showers are located at the foot of Diamond Street and Law Street on the south end and at Tourmaline Surfing Park on the north end.

Disabled Accessibility - Due to the natural cliffs bordering this beach, disabled accessibility is limited. Pacific Beach at the foot of Grand Avenue, just south of Crystal Pier, would be a better alternative.

Parking - A 175 space parking lot with 3 disabled spaces can be found at the foot of Tourmaline Street. In summer, this lot fills to capacity by mid-day. All other parking is limited to on-street parking in residential areas.