Surf Huntington Beach
The iconic hub of California surf culture, action, and events.
15+
Surf Spots
280+
Sunny Days/Year
Year-Round
Peak Season
2–10ft
Wave Height
Surf Spots
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Huntington Pier
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Huntington Beach
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
17th Street
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Goldenwest
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Bolsa Chica
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Santa Ana River Jetties
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
56th Street
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
40th Street
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
36th Street
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Blackies
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Newport Pier
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Newport Point
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Anderson St
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Surfside Jetty
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Dolphin Avenue
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
13th Street
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
The Wedge
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Seal Beach Pier
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
7th Street
This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.
Best Season
Year-round
Crowd Level
Medium
Why Huntington Beach?
Where pro contests meet daily locals — a true California surf landmark.
- Host of the U.S. Open of Surfing every summer
- Long, open beaches with reliable sandbar waves
- Wide boardwalk, surf shops, and beach-town energy
- Surf museums and history woven into the town
Travel Information
Getting There
- • Fly into John Wayne Airport (SNA) or LAX
- • Drive south via Pacific Coast Highway (PCH)
- • Public buses connect from nearby Orange County cities
Best Time to Visit
- • Summer for high-energy surf and events
- • Fall for cleaner waves and offshore winds
- • Spring for playful shoulder-high peaks
Local Tips
- • Surf north or south of the pier for smaller crowds
- • Pier zone gets competitive — early sessions help
- • Plenty of nearby cafes and parking options