Bike or Skate the Strand

Oceanside, California

4.0/5

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1 miles

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Gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean and the Oceanside Pier, and fun for the whole family.

Oceanside's iconic Strand is a 1 mile long ocean-front road that is perfect for cycling, walking, and running. At various points it is one way or pedestrian only, and is a must-do for any visitors to Oceanside.

From the north The Strand begins at Breakwater Way and heads south underneath The Oceanside Pier where it becomes pedestrian only. At Lot 30 (excellent parking) it becomes mixed-use again and then runs in front of delightful ocean-front cottages until it ends just south of Wisconsin Avenue.

Bike rentals are available from Wheel Fun underneath the Pier.

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Maryssa Fenwick

Bike or Skate the Strand

09/09/20

Oceanside is home to the classic mile stretch of concrete along the ocean with restaurants, shops, and tourist attractions surrounding you. If you're visiting San Diego I would encourage you to visit at least once.

4.0

Crystal Sibson

Bike or Skate the Strand

08/14/20

This is a fun place to go for a bike ride and explore but it's crowded. Try not to run into anyone!!

4.0

Laura Hill

Bike or Skate the Strand

08/13/20

Went with a friend and had a good time seeing the sights, but I don't think we'd go more than once. Great people watching and we loved all the beautiful houses. Lots of food options too!

4.0

Noah Crider

Bike or Skate the Strand

06/18/20

Fun skate with friends

5.0

Conrad Quiros

Bike or Skate the Strand

07/13/19

Beautiful view of the Pacific, but very crowded in the summer even during weekdays. Not nearly as glamorous as it looks in TNT’s “Animal Kingdom”

3.0

Sara Swanson

Bike or Skate the Strand

04/04/19

Fun place to get out, see the ocean, be close to people, & be ready to watch out for cars when they aren’t necessarily watching for you! Be careful out here when it’s tourist season. Lots going on! Better early in the morning before there is so much going on!

4.0

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