How many surf spots are in Dana Point?

Dana Point has 4 surf spots. They break down by skill level: 2 beginner.

What is the best surf spot in Dana Point?

The top-ranked surf spots in Dana Point are: 1. Doheny Beach (3.6/5), 2. Salt Creek (3.0/5), 3. Doheny State Beach (4.0/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.

Is Dana Point good for beginner surfers?

Yes, Dana Point has 2 beginner-friendly spots, including Doheny Beach and Doheny State Beach. These spots offer gentler waves suitable for learning.

What wetsuit do I need to surf in Dana Point?

Water temperatures in the area range from 55-72°F. In summer, spring suit or 3/2mm is typical. In winter, bring 4/3mm.

Best Surf Beaches in Dana Point

3.5·10 reviews

4 beaches

Featured Beaches

4 spots

Doheny Beach

Beginner friendly

Doheny State Beach offers Orange County's second-easiest learning wave after San O' Dogpatch, rated 4/10 overall but 6/10 for beginners.

Salt Creek

Beginner friendly

Salt Creek delivers 8/10 quality across three distinct sections. The Point produces extremely rippable left pointbreaks when sandbars align; Middles offers wedgy A-frames year-round; Gravels reef breaks with board-breaking power.

Doheny State Beach

Beginner friendly

Doheny State Beach offers Orange County's second-easiest learning wave after San O' Dogpatch, rated 4/10 overall but 6/10 for beginners.

Strands

Beginner friendly

Strands is a beach break in Dana Point, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

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Featured Beaches(4)

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Dana Point

: Dana Point has 4 surf spots. They break down by skill level: 2 beginner.
: The top-ranked surf spots in Dana Point are: 1. Doheny Beach (3.6/5), 2. Salt Creek (3.0/5), 3. Doheny State Beach (4.0/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
: Yes, Dana Point has 2 beginner-friendly spots, including Doheny Beach and Doheny State Beach. These spots offer gentler waves suitable for learning.
: 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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