Plunge Amenities

Inflatable Obstacle Course

Can you conquer the incredible floating obstacle course at the historic Plunge? Try to race against your friends and see if you can make it past the balance beam and two cliffs!

Ocean Views

Enjoy the amazing San Diego sunsets with our floor to ceiling windows and beautiful ocean views.

Heated Pool

The Plunge is heated to 82 degrees Fahrenheit creating an ideal swimming environment when our roof is open or closed.

Historical Elements

The Plunge was originally built in 1925 and has many historical elements with the modern redesign. The majestic archways greeting you as you enter the Plunge, the pedestal and the design of the four million tiles are all historical holdovers.

Dry Sauna

Enjoy the dry sauna heated to 170 degrees Farenheit. Fresh cedar wood welcomes adult users into a relaxing experience.

Luxury Locker Rooms

Men's and Women’s locker rooms and two family restrooms with changing tables are available. Both locker rooms have two heated showers for a pre-swim rinse and post-swim rinse. Towels can be rented at the reception desk and guests must provide their own body wash.

Keyless Lockers

Leave the lock at home, the Plunge offers keyless lockers in each of the locker rooms and also on the pool deck. Lockers are first come first served.

Lap Swim Lanes

The Plunge has a bulkhead which created 7 x 25 yard lanes. Prior to the 2019 remodel lanes were 20 yards running East to West, with the bulkhead regulation lanes were created.

Spin Bikes

Adult guests can get a spin workout, then follow it up with a swim and sauna for a great workout. Triathletes are encouraged to get a run along the boardwalk, spin and then swim.

Water Polo Cages

Two floating water polo cages are provided during special events and can be rented with the lap lanes.

Retractable Roof

Open Aire engineered a remarkable roof which allows for a perfect climate-controlled environment year round.

Heated Showers

Nine full body showers and six lower body showers are available on the Plunge deck. Play at Mission Beach for the day and rinse off your sand before hopping in the Plunge.

Beach House Access

Enjoy drinks and food from the Beach House restaurant on the VIP deck with direct access to and from the Plunge deck.

Swim Equipment

Lifejackets, noodles, water weights, kickboards and exercise belts are available for use at the Plunge.

ADA Lifts

Two ADA accessible lifts are provided for all guests to enjoy the Plunge.

Starting Blocks

Seven starting blocks are available for the lap swim lanes. Blocks are only allowed to be used during structured programs.

Snack Shack

Visit the Plunge reception desk for affordable snacks and refreshing drinks.

Bleachers and Lounge Areas

High end furniture is provided for guests to relax during their time at the Plunge.

Retail Shop

Merchandise and apparel including swim caps, goggles, towels and shirts is available at the Plunge reception desk.

Sound System

Surround yourself in an acoustically pleasing setting with great music quality throughout the day.

Basketball Hoop

Balls provided for pick-up games or recreational play.

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