The beach offers a number of activities to visitors including snorkeling, kayaking, sunbathing, swimming, beach walking, wildlife watching, fishing, volleyball, paddleboarding, and canoeing. It’s also a good place to surf – the waters here are less crowded than other beaches. A variety of children’s rides are located near the Pismo Beach Pier a short walk away. The pier is also great for fishing and checking out an impressive view of the Pacific Ocean and observing migrating whales. You can also dig on the beach to find Pismo clams. You can also explore the coves and white cliffs to the north of the beach during low tide, which have some interesting nooks and crevices on their rocky surface, while the southern part of the beach has volleyball courts.