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San Onofre

A foundational California break with deep longboard heritage, San Onofre is famous for mellow, trim-friendly point and cobble sections that connect modern surfing to its classic roots. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for San Onofre in California.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCalifornia, US
Spot Guide

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The Wave

The spot turns best on long-period southwest/SSW groundswells with E-ENE light offshore.

Lower tides tend to sharpen the peaks while strong onshore afternoons flatten them and draw bigger crowds.

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Lineup Guide

Watch for scattered rocky reef and occasional shallow shelves - awkward entries and scraped shins are the main hazards when paddling out.

Lower tides tend to sharpen the peaks while strong onshore afternoons flatten them and draw bigger crowds.

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