The volleyball poles on the sand at Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach · San Diego

Ocean Beach Volleyball Courts

There are 10 public sand volleyball court areas at Ocean Beach in San Diego. The courts are free to use from 8:00 a.m. to dusk. Nets are not provided, so bring your own net, ball and boundary lines.

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    • 10 Court areas
    • Free First come, first served
    • 8am–dusk Daily hours
    • Newport Ave Restaurants

    Court use

    Court setup and access

    Court location

    The volleyball poles are near the main beach restrooms. Eight court areas are north of the restrooms and two are just east of them.

    Court availability

    Courts that are not reserved for permitted events are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Net requirements

    Bring a net designed to attach to the existing poles. Freestanding volleyball systems are not permitted in the permanent court area.

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    The courts and Newport Avenue

    Newport Avenue

    OB Restaurants

    Newport Avenue is a short walk from the courts and has restaurants, coffee shops and bars. The food map lists nearby options with estimated walking times.

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    Player equipment

    Required Equipment

    Nets, balls and boundary lines are not provided at the courts.

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    Location

    Ocean Beach, San Diego 92107

    The courts are at Ocean Beach near the main beach restrooms and lifeguard tower. Parking is available along Abbott Street and in the nearby beach parking lots. Parking can be difficult on summer weekends.

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    • CostFree
    • Hours8:00am to dusk
    • Court areas8 north, 2 east
    • Court accessFirst come, first served
    • EquipmentBring your own net
    • RestroomsBy the courts
    • Glass containersNot allowed on the sand