In fact, swimming is not permitted. Surfers thrive on the year-round reef break, and skin divers enjoy the underwater scenery.
Tradition is strong here.
Some of these guys have been gathering early on weekend mornings for more than 30 years to drink coffee and talk about boards and waves. Just like the rest of Pacific Beach, parking is scarce. Proper surfing etiquette is strongly advised. This is a great place for a picnic, but remember no swimming allowed. That tends to make the youngsters a little restless.