Surf at Pacifica State Beach

Pacifica, California

4.5/5

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This is a more user-friendly spot than Ocean Beach with an easier paddle out. There is easy parking and beach accessibility. The break is usually more wind protected and has an easier begginer break toward the south end of the beach. Duration: 2 hours.

If you're looking for a place to surf and Ocean Beach isn't quite your speed or Santa Cruz is too far, head to Pacifica, specifically Linda Mar. Linda Mar is usually more wind protected and user-friendly than ocean beach. Break out your longboard or hybrid board and head to this beach. There is easy parking, bathrooms, and showers. Beginners should look toward the south end of the beach for an easier paddle out. Bonus: there's a taco bell on the beach.

If you're looking for something more substantive than the bell, head to Colombo's Delicatessen afterward or grab it beforehand and spend the day at the beach!

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Chandler Dunn

Surf at Pacifica State Beach

07/07/15

this place is great for learning to surf! As you head north on the beach the waves become stronger and a bit more powerful! get here early in the early AM if you want no crowds!

Bryan McClain

Surf at Pacifica State Beach

09/21/14

Super chill and fun beach for surfing but after 10am on the weekends, it gets pretty crowded. The surf school teaches its classes on the far end of the south side, so best to move a little north if you see the yellow shirts.

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Charlie Robinton

Surf at Pacifica State Beach

10/24/13

Linda Mar can be fun, but it can also get crowded. It is more gentle than Ocean Beach and better for learning. Also good for SUP surfing. Just be nice and share the waves!

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