Eva M.
Yelp
Pier 62 is a relatively new rest area along the waterfront. Majority of the space is at street level, which is elevated from the water. There is a ramp on one side that you can walk down to be at the water level; it's a floating dock with a good view (see photo). If you walk onto the floating dock, you can see fishes swimming in the water (see photo).
The space is normally set up with chairs. It's a good place to just relax if you need a breather from sightseeing, shopping, or just to have a snack. Along the waterfront, you might find entrepreneurs selling their foods, so this is a good place to sit comfortably and rest, too.
Not to cause any misunderstanding, if you are a tourist and wondering if this is a good place to add to your itinerary, chances are the answer is no. There is normally nothing here, except as a convenient place to rest. There might be porta-potties here, if you need a restroom. Not sure if it's always available though.
At other times, mini fairs and mini concerts are held here. I had come here during the summertime because a Korean fair was being held here (July 16th, to be exact). It was a very good use of this outdoor space.