Located South of Crystal Pier, the beach stretches for more than 2 miles southwards. A boardwalk parallels the beach over the full distance, making it more accessible for the infirm. It offers a daily lifeguard service, toilets and showers can be found at the lifeguard station at Grand Avenue or in the median of Pacific Beach Drive, between the boardwalk and Mission Boulevard. The beach offers plenty of water activities, such as surfing, swimming, kayak or body boarding. Other activities include beach volleyball, basketball, walking, bicycling, jogging and skating. There are plenty of shops and restaurants in the area, as well as metered and non-metered parking facilities. The website offers further details about facilities, activities, safety tips and regulations governing the beach.