Walk along the Oceanside Pier and you’ll encounter life. You’ll see walkers, bicyclists, people gazing across the water, talking, fishing, and beachgoers and surfers down below. If you have a curious mind and observant eyes, you’ll also discover history.
I walked along the popular pier on Labor Day and took these photos.
You can read the following historical plaques, if you’d like. Those many names carved into the wood railing were from a community fundraiser, whose proceeds were used to rebuild the pier in 1988, the year of its centennial.
The Oceanside Pier was originally built in 1888 and destroyed two years later by winter storms. Over the years, there have been six different incarnations. Today the pier is 1,942 feet long. You can learn more about its history here.
Check out this very cool fish-shaped bike rack! I saw it down by the beachside boardwalk.
Some benches near the foot of the pier memorialize loved ones…
Just a few of the many names on the weathered wood rails along the length of the pier…
Across from the concession shack, with its souvenirs, snacks and bait, you’ll find a collage of faded photographs.
Cherished memories over the years. Happy days fishing…
Ruby’s Diner at the end of the pier permanently closed early this year after three decades of operation. A sign indicated the building will return to life in the future.
History goes on.
Why the many flags nearby? It’s Labor Day, 2021.
Another fine day passes by. Time to head back…
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That pelican shows no fear of people.
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People always seem to leave them alone. But fishermen have to stay alert. They’ll quickly steal your bait and/or catch!
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