Surf Ensenada
Historic Baja surf zone with reef breaks and classic Baja flavor.
10+
Surf Spots
265+
Sunny Days/Year
September–March
Peak Season
3–8ft
Wave Height
Surf Spots
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Playa Hermosa
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Imperial Beach
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Coronado Beach
A clean, family-friendly stretch of beach with forgiving waves and a golden sand shoreline in front of the historic Hotel del Coronado.
Best Season
May–October
Crowd Level
Low to Moderate
Sunset Cliffs
Raw, scenic reef setups beneath San Diego’s cliffs, offering solitude, barrels, and breathtaking sunsets.
Best Season
October–March
Crowd Level
Low to Medium
Ocean Beach Pier
A versatile San Diego break offering lefts and rights around the iconic OB Pier, with a lively local scene and consistent waves.
Best Season
May–October
Crowd Level
Medium to High
Dog Beach
A chill and pet-friendly surf spot in Ocean Beach with mellow waves and sandy vibes.
Best Season
May–October
Crowd Level
Moderate
Ocean Beach Jetty
A fun, punchy beach break with jetty wedges and a gritty local surf culture.
Best Season
April–October
Crowd Level
Medium to High
Mission Beach
A lively beach break in San Diego with soft peaks, surf schools, and a boardwalk buzzing with energy.
Best Season
Spring to Fall
Crowd Level
High
Pacific Beach
A classic San Diego beach break with fun peaks, surf schools, and a laid-back, youthful boardwalk vibe.
Best Season
Spring through Fall
Crowd Level
High
Tourmaline
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Rockpile
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Bird Rock
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Big Rock
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Windansea
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Simmons Reef
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Little Point
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Horseshoe
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
La Jolla Cove
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Scripps Pier
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Why Ensenada?
A surf-rich region with powerful waves and an authentic Baja vibe.
- San Miguel is one of Baja’s most consistent right-hand points
- Nearby breaks include Todos Santos Island and beach options
- Local food, wine, and seafood scenes are strong
- Great base for a surf road trip
Travel Information
Getting There
- • Drive ~2 hours south from San Diego
- • Stay in town or near surf spots like San Miguel
- • Boat trips available to surf Todos Santos Island
Best Time to Visit
- • Winter for big NW swells and consistent conditions
- • Fall and spring are fun with lighter winds
- • Summer is smaller but still rideable
Local Tips
- • San Miguel gets crowded with locals and travelers
- • Wetsuit needed most of the year
- • Combine with wine tasting and taco missions