Least crowded surf spots in Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
Updated February 10, 2026 at 8:50 PM · Dialed recommendations refresh every 30 minutes based on tide, wind, and crowd telemetry from Quiver.
When Huntington Beach lineups stack up, knowing a backup changes everything. These 7 breaks range from tucked-away reef passes to underrated sandbars that stay empty even on weekend south pulses.
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
7 spots
HB Cliffs
Beginner friendlyNo description available.
Huntington Beach Pier
AdvancedNo description available.
Huntington Beach Pier Northside
AdvancedNo description available.
Huntington Beach Pier Southside
AdvancedNo description available.
Huntington St.
Beginner friendlyNo description available.
Huntington State Beach
Beginner friendlyNo description available.
North HB Streets
Beginner friendlyNo description available.
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What to focus on today
- Secondary peaks and tide windows that thin crowds
- Parking tricks and walk-in trails most visitors skip
- Forecast cues that trigger locals-only surges
- Nearby alternates when the primary target turns into a zoo
Session logging tips
Once you wrap the surf, drop a note in your Quiver journal with tide, board, and crowd observations. Over time you'll see crystal-clear patterns about when Huntington Beach rewards this type of session objective.
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