San Onofre, CA

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Sweet spot 2–6 ft

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Sweet spot 10–16 s

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San Onofre, CA

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Not beginner-friendly today

Beginner basics

Where to go

Old Man's and Dogpatch are two of the friendliest learning waves in California — long, slow, sand-and-cobble-bottom rollers with a welcoming longboard culture. Stay on the inside reform and respect the longboarders.

What to avoid

Don't drop in on the longboarders riding from outside — etiquette is friendly but real here. Watch the cobblestones at low tide on the takeoff, and remember the state park has an entry fee and parking fills early.

Best beginner conditions

Knee-to-chest S or SW swell, light NE (offshore) wind, any tide (mid is cleanest). Weekday mornings outside summer holidays are the calmest. Bring a longboard.

New to surfing? Read the beginner guide →

Wetsuit

Fall setup

Season-based baseline. Water temp varies week to week.

Full guide

3/2 Fullsuit

Prime season—comfortable and flexible

4/3 Fullsuit

Late fall, especially with north winds

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