Avalanche is a beach break in San Diego, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
Access is via the Sunset Cliffs natural stairways and trails south of Ocean Beach. The main entry point is off Sunset Cliffs Blvd near Ladera Street—look for the worn dirt trail down the bluff. The descent is steep, rocky, and can be slippery when wet. No handrails, no official path. You need to scramble over rocks to reach the water. Not accessible for anyone with mobility limitations. No facilities—use the restrooms at Sunset Cliffs Park to the north before heading down.
Free street parking along Sunset Cliffs Blvd. Spots near the trailhead fill by 7 AM on good swell days. There's more parking further north along the boulevard, but that adds a cliff-edge walk. The neighborhood is residential and locals are sensitive about non-residents parking in front of their homes. Don't block driveways or park on dirt shoulders—you will get ticketed. The Sunset Cliffs Park lot a few blocks north is an alternative.
