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Portwood Pier Plaza

A place to gather by the beach.

 

Portwood Plaza and Imperial Beach Pier

Location & Hours  

Location: 940 Seacoast Drive, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Hours: 6 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.


Parking

Free parking available in parking lot at 128 Elkwood Ave.

  • 2 total ♿Accessible Parking Spaces

Portwood Pier Plaza

Surfhenge acrylic sculpture by Malcolm Jones at Portwood Pier Plaza at the Port of San Diego
Palm trees, sunny blue skies, wisps of clouds, and sand at Portwood Pier Plaza at the Port of San Diego

Amenities

Get to know the amenities and features of Portwood Pier Plaza prior to arrival.

  • Arbors
  • Bike racks
  • Bike paths
  • Fishing pier
  • Picnic tables
  • Public art
  • Restrooms
  • Splash play area (Coming soon!)

Accessible Features

  • Play equipment
  • Splash pad (coming soon!)

Portwood Pier Plaza

A Vibrant Plaza in Imperial Beach

An iconic public art piece, "Surfhenge," welcomes you to this vibrant plaza at the entrance to Imperial Beach Pier. With ample seating areas, the plaza features enticing shops and vendors with a stage for live entertainment.

The City of Imperial Beach issues permits for this park.

Click here to visit the city's Park Permit page

Imperial Beach Surfhenge artwork
Aerial view of Portwood Pier Plaza in Imperial Beach

Splash Pad Coming Soon!


A splash play area is coming to Imperial Beach! This exciting addition to the area will provide another fun way for the community and visitors to access and explore the oceanfront. Construction is anticipated to begin in March 2026 and be completed by late 2026.

Experience Portwood Pier Plaza

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Surfboard Bench & Illuminations
Artists: Malcolm Jones and Mary Lynn Dominguez
Location: Portwood Pier Plaza in Imperial Beach

Thank you for visiting Portwood Pier Plaza

You can help keep our waterfront safe and enjoyable for all by:

  • Keeping your dog on a leash at all times
  • Picking up your trash
  • Leaving the confetti, balloons and kites at home
  • Practicing your skating or skateboarding at a designated skate park instead 

Do you see something that may need fixing or maintenance? 

Make a service request