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Surf Laguna Beach

Artful coves, fun waves, and an elevated beach town vibe.

Thalia Street
Cove Surfing
Scenic Reefs
Creative Energy
Discover Laguna Surf
Longboarder gliding at a small reef break in Laguna Beach

10+

Surf Spots

290+

Sunny Days/Year

Summer–Fall

Peak Season

2–5ft

Wave Height

Surf Spots

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Rockpile

Rockpile

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

0.5 mi away
Thalia

Thalia

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

0.5 mi away
Brooks Street

Brooks Street

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

0.7 mi away
Agate

Agate

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

1.2 mi away
Moro Beach

Moro Beach

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

2.5 mi away
Salt Creek

Salt Creek

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

5.8 mi away
Corona Del Mar

Corona Del Mar

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

6.4 mi away
The Wedge

The Wedge

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

6.7 mi away
Doheny

Doheny

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

7.9 mi away
Poche

Poche

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

9.3 mi away
Newport Point

Newport Point

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

9.3 mi away
Newport Pier

Newport Pier

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

9.6 mi away
Blackies

Blackies

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

9.9 mi away
36th Street

36th Street

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

10.2 mi away
40th Street

40th Street

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

10.4 mi away
56th Street

56th Street

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

11 mi away
Santa Ana River Jetties

Santa Ana River Jetties

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

11.7 mi away
204s

204s

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

11.9 mi away
San Clemente Pier

San Clemente Pier

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

12.6 mi away
T Street

T Street

Intermediate
Beach Break

This is a nearby surf spot with consistent waves and scenic views.

Best Season

Year-round

Crowd Level

Medium

12.9 mi away

Why Laguna Beach?

Beautiful reefs and mellow waves wrapped in a vibrant artistic community.

  • Thalia Street is a classic spot for longboarding and mellow sessions
  • Protected coves create scenic and forgiving conditions
  • Ideal for beginners and cruisy summer rides
  • Galleries, cafes, and sunsets round out the day
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Travel Information

Getting There

  • Fly into John Wayne Airport (SNA)
  • Take PCH south from Newport Beach
  • Explore the town easily on foot or by beach trolley

Best Time to Visit

  • Summer for small south swells and warm water
  • Fall for clean waves and golden light
  • Spring for quiet beaches and beginner-friendly surf

Local Tips

  • Most breaks are reef — check tide and entry points
  • Parking can be tough — arrive early or use shuttles
  • Soft-tops and funboards thrive in these conditions