Surf Rosarito
Baja’s fun-loving surf hub with beach breaks and nightlife.
5+
Surf Spots
270+
Sunny Days/Year
Year-Round
Peak Season
2–6ft
Wave Height
Surf Spots
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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
Blacks Beach
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Why Rosarito?
A popular beach town with fun surf, vibrant nightlife, and easy access from the U.S.
- Fast and fun beach breaks at Rosarito and nearby K38
- Great for weekend trips from California
- Lots of rentals and surf schools
- After-surf tacos and party scene
Travel Information
Getting There
- • Cross at San Ysidro and drive 30–40 minutes south
- • Lots of beachfront hotels and rentals
- • Surf spots are mostly roadside access
Best Time to Visit
- • Year-round — best swells in fall and winter
- • Summer is mellow and ideal for beginners
- • Morning sessions are cleanest
Local Tips
- • Can get windy in afternoons
- • Fun for groups and casual surfers
- • Explore south to K38 for more performance waves