Tourmaline

3.6
(5 reviews)·
beginner
·beach·San Diego, CA
Map of Tourmaline
Break
Beach Break
Skill
Beginner
Rating
3.6
Reviews
5
🏄‍♂️Longboard spot
🐟Fish friendly
😌Gentle waves
🅿️Parking lot
😎Relaxed vibe
📚Good for learning

About This Spot

Tourmaline (Old Man's) provides exceptional longboarding and best beginner spot in San Diego, rated 6/10.

Local Etiquette

Gentle vibe, longboard friendly

Local Knowledge

Insider tips from local surfers

Spot Summary
Break Type
beach
Best Swell
S–WNW
Best Wind / Tide
NE / 2–5.5 ft
Amenities
Parking
Restrooms
Showers
Hazards
  • Rip currents
  • Rocks near low tide
  • Localism varies by peak
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