Best Surf Beaches in Carmel

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Best of 1 Carmel spots

Monastery Beach / San Jose Creek Beach

Surf score

8/100

Wave

5.9 ft

Wind

Breezy

Condition

Poor Conditions

Medium-period swell, windy

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BeachHeightWindVerdict
Monastery Beach / San Jose Creek Beach5.9 ftBreezyPoor
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Featured Beaches(1)

Monastery Beach / San Jose Creek Beach

Intermediate to expert

Monastery Beach is included only as an expert and hazard research entry. Reliable public sources emphasize scuba use and dangerous water conditions more than ordinary surf use.

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About surfing in Carmel

Carmel has 1 surf spot.
The top-ranked surf spots in Carmel are: 1. Monastery Beach / San Jose Creek Beach. Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
Carmel'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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