Un Mar de Colores · Beach Guide
Surfing at OB Pier
Ocean Beach, California — Beach Break with sand bottom
- Skill Level
- Intermediate
- Wave Type
- Beach Break
- Bottom
- Sand
- Wave Size
- 2–6 ft typical
- Lifeguard
- Year-round
- Best Season
- Year-round
- Parking
- Free street (limited)
- Un Mar Uses
- Yes
How Un Mar de Colores Uses This Beach
Primary Ocean Beach teaching location. Used for intermediate progression from Tourmaline and Mission Beach.
Local History & Character
The Ocean Beach Pier is the longest concrete pier on the West Coast at 1,971 feet. Closed for reconstruction in 2024, with reopening projected for 2027.
Know Before You Go — Hazards & Safety
- ⚠Currents during pier construction
- ⚠OB rock jetties
Learn to Surf at OB Pier
Un Mar de Colores offers free youth programs at this beach. Serving all Ocean Beach families, no cost, all equipment provided.