Surf
San Francisco

Get out there

Learn To Surf Explore Spots

Where To Paddle Out

SF Area Surf Spots

From the exposed beachbreak of Ocean Beach to the sheltered cove at Fort Point, the Bay Area has waves for every level.

Ocean Beach
San Francisco · Beach Break · All Levels
Rodeo / Cronkite Beach
Marin Headlands · Beach Break · Intermediate
Fort Point
Golden Gate · Reef Break · Advanced
Lindamar
Pacifica · Beach Break · Beginner Friendly

Get In The Water

Learn To Surf Around SF

Find Surf Lessons

Pacifica

Linda Mar Beach is the Bay Area's most beginner-friendly break. Home to Nor Cal Surf Shop, Sonlight, Traveler Surf Club, and Surf Camp Pacifica.

San Francisco

Ocean Beach is powerful and best for intermediate surfers. HOKALI connects students with vetted local coaches for sessions at OB and Linda Mar.

Marin

Stinson Beach and Bolinas offer sheltered, consistent surf ideal for beginners. Marin Outdoor Adventure, Bolinas Surf Lessons, and Big Dog Surf Camp operate here.

Gear Up

Surf Shops

Find boards, wetsuits, and local knowledge at these Bay Area surf shops.

View All Shops

Watch

Surf Videos

Watch surf footage from Ocean Beach and around the Bay Area.

Watch Videos