Best Surf Beaches in Big Sur

4.7·3 reviews
1 beaches

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Best of 1 Big Sur spots

Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth)

Surf score

26/100

Wave

7.9 ft

Wind

Light

Condition

Fair Conditions

Medium-period swell, light winds

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BeachHeightWindVerdict
Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth)7.9 ftLightFair
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Plan the next Big Sur session

Use the city guide for spot choice, then move into timing, water temperature, or tide context.

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Featured Beaches(1)

Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth)

Intermediate

Big Sur rivermouth and point-style setup inside Andrew Molera State Park. It has right-breaking potential and meaningful access complexity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Big Sur

Big Sur has 1 surf spot. They break down by skill level: 1 intermediate.
The top-ranked surf spots in Big Sur are: 1. Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth) (4.7/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
Big Sur's surf spots are generally suited for intermediate to advanced surfers. Beginners should check individual spot reports for days with smaller, mellower conditions.
Water temperatures in the area range from 55-72°F. In summer, spring suit or 3/2mm is typical. In winter, bring 4/3mm.

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