Surf at Pacifica State Beach

Linda Mar
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Surf at Pacifica State Beach
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Added by Austin Brizgys

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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Dana J. Wright
9/23/2021
The best spot of all time
Not by choice so much as by convenience and necessity of getting out into the water as often as possible, this spot just does ...
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Andy
11/23/2020
Good beginner spot
Surf here in the mornings and hang out on the beach for lunch. Gets very crowded on the beach in summer
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Jennifer Carr
11/23/2020
Great spot to learn to surf
This is a great beginner surf break in NorCal. With wide beaches and ample parking, there is lots of room for everyone. ...
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Elena P
7/7/2020
Great spot for beginners
Great spot for beginner surfers on the south side of the beach near the river mouth. It gets bigger on the northside.
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Sarah Eichstedt
6/8/2016
Easy surf, but crowded
It's nice to have a spot for beginners that's so close to the city. That is also probably why it can get insanely crowded. ...
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Gabe Klein
1/15/2016
It was really sick
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Chandler Dunn
7/7/2015
this place is great for learning to surf! As you head north on the beach the waves become stronger and a bit more powerful! ...
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Bryan McClain
9/21/2014
Super chill and fun beach for surfing but after 10am on the weekends, it gets pretty crowded. The surf school teaches its classes on ...
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Charlie Robinton
10/24/2013
Linda Mar can be fun, but it can also get crowded. It is more gentle than Ocean Beach and better for learning. Also good ...
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Tyler Drake
10/16/2013
Pacifica is fun if ocean beach is a little too steep or if you prefer riding a longboard. The break is typically a more ...
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