Warning: Surfing is an inherently risky activity. This site provides recommendations but cannot guarantee safety or accuracy of information. All surfing is done at your own risk. Always assess conditions yourself and exercise caution.
🟢 Beginner
Alisitos
A versatile spot with thigh to waist-high waves perfect for beginners. Cross-shore winds create manageable conditions, with wave heights between 2-3 feet. Great learning environment with multiple board options and gentle wave characteristics.
Get directions
Get directions
La Mision
Knee to thigh-high waves with cross-shore wind conditions. Suitable for beginners looking to practice in mild, forgiving surf. Soft wave profile allows for entry-level practice and skill development.
Get directions
Get directions
La Salina
Very gentle knee to thigh-high waves with cross-shore winds. Extremely beginner-friendly with multiple board options including bodyboarding and bodysurfing. Ideal for absolute novices and learning fundamental surf skills.
Get directions
Get directions
Ensenada Beaches
Minimal shin to knee-high waves with cross-shore winds. Extremely mild conditions best suited for absolute beginners or those just learning to paddle and balance on a board.
Get directions
Get directions
🟡 Intermediate
Mirador Viewpoint
Thigh to waist-high waves with strong offshore winds creating clean wave faces. Excellent conditions for intermediate surfers looking to improve shortboard or longboard techniques. Offshore winds provide excellent wave quality and shape.
Get directions
Get directions
La Fonda
Thigh to waist-high waves with cross-shore winds. Good conditions for intermediate surfers to practice shortboard and longboard skills. Wave size and characteristics offer moderate challenge without being overwhelming.
Get directions
Get directions
K-55 1/2
Knee to thigh-high waves with light offshore winds. Moderate conditions for intermediate surfers looking to refine skills on shortboards, longboards, or fish boards. Clean wave faces provide good practice opportunities.
Get directions
Get directions
El Paso
Knee to thigh-high waves with offshore winds. Challenging but manageable conditions for intermediate surfers wanting to improve technique on shortboards or longboards.
Get directions
Get directions
San Miguel
Knee to thigh-high waves with cross-shore winds. Limited conditions for intermediate surfers, best for light practice or skill maintenance.
Get directions
Get directions
🔴 Expert
Todos Santos / Killers
Thigh to waist-high waves with challenging onshore winds. Advanced spot requiring significant skill, best suited for experienced surfers comfortable with gun or tow-in boards. Demanding conditions test even expert-level techniques.
Get directions
Get directions
3Ms
Knee to thigh-high waves with offshore winds. Limited conditions for advanced surfers, best for technical practice on shortboards or longboards.
Get directions
Get directions
Cannery Stacks
Minimal knee to thigh-high waves with offshore winds. Extremely limited conditions for expert surfers, more suitable for skill maintenance than serious surfing.
Get directions
Get directions
Current conditions are mild with consistent knee to thigh-high waves. Offshore winds are creating clean wave faces, but overall surf is relatively small. Recommended board types include shortboards, longboards, and fish boards. Water temperature around 66°F suggests a light wetsuit might be comfortable. Always check local conditions and tide charts before heading out.