Best Surf Beaches in Oceanside

4.2·10 reviews
2 beaches

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Best of 2 Oceanside spots

The Rock, Oceanside

Surf score

13/100

Wave

3.5 ft

Wind

Light

Condition

Poor Conditions

Medium-period swell, light winds

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BeachHeightWindVerdict
The Rock, Oceanside3.5 ftLightPoor
Forster St. Oceanside3 ftLightPoor
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Featured Beaches(2)

The Rock, Oceanside

Intermediate

The Rock, Oceanside is a reef break in Oceanside, CA. It is best suited for intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, sea urchins, pollution.

Forster St. Oceanside

Beginner friendly

Forster St. Oceanside is a beach break in Oceanside, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Oceanside

Oceanside has 2 surf spots. They break down by skill level: 1 intermediate.
The top-ranked surf spots in Oceanside are: 1. The Rock, Oceanside (5.0/5), 2. Forster St. Oceanside (3.8/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
Oceanside'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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