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    Big Sur, CA: 1 Surf Breaks | River-mouth | Quiver
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    Best Surf Beaches in Big Sur

    4.7·3 reviews
    1 beaches

    Featured Beaches

    1 spots

    Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth)

    Intermediate

    Open-coast Big Sur beach with shifting rivermouth bars and big scenery.

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    Featured Beaches(1)

    Andrew Molera State Beach (river mouth)

    Intermediate

    Open-coast Big Sur beach with shifting rivermouth bars and big scenery.

    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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