Best Surf Beaches in Dana Point
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Strands
Surf score
12/100
Wave
3.2 ft
Wind
Light
Condition
Poor Conditions
Medium-period swell, light winds
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| Beach | Height | Wind | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strands | 3.2 ft | Light | Poor |
| Salt Creek | 3.2 ft | Light | Poor |
| Doheny Beach | 1.7 ft | Light | Poor |
| Doheny State Beach | 2.2 ft | Moderate | Poor |
Featured Beaches
4 spots
Salt Creek
Beginner friendlySalt 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 friendlyDoheny State Beach offers Orange County's second-easiest learning wave after San O' Dogpatch, rated 4/10 overall but 6/10 for beginners.
Doheny Beach
Beginner friendlyDoheny 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 friendlyStrands 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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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. Salt Creek (3.4/5), 2. Doheny State Beach (3.2/5), 3. Doheny Beach (3.6/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
- Yes, Dana Point has 2 beginner-friendly spots, including Doheny State Beach and Doheny 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.
