South Mission Beach

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Description - South Mission Beach is bordered on the south by the Mission Bay Channel. It has, perhaps, the widest beach in the City. Recently, it has become known as a popular place to engage in sports such as beach volleyball and basketball following an extensive refurbishing of the courts. A popular game similar to baseball called "Over-The-Line" is allowed in a portion of this area.

Lifeguard Protection - Lifeguards are staffed daily year round at the main lifeguard station at the foot of Avalon Court. In summer, additional lifeguards are staffed along the beach in seasonal lifeguard towers. Lifeguards are generally on duty from 9:00 a.m. to dusk; but 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 in designated areas.

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

Restrooms and Showers - Public restrooms and showers are located at the foot of San Diego Place, near the parking lot.

Disabled Accessibility - The boardwalk is accessible to wheelchairs and provides an excellent viewpoint of the beach. A special ramp extends from the parking lot onto the beach to allow for wheelchair access.

Parking - Extensive free public parking is available at the south end of this beach.This lot fills very quickly on busy summer days and traffic can be heavy at times.