Best surfing near Big Sur

10 surf breaks · 10 ranked · updated 2026-06-28 · off-season

Explore the best surfing near Big Sur, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 10 of 10 surf breaks · best 15 shown on the map
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Sand Dollar Beach
#1 Sand Dollar Beach
12.5 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Fullers
#2 Fullers
13.4 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Andrew molera state beach
#3 Andrew molera state beach
21.5 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Garrapata
#4 Garrapata
30.6 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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San Simeon Point
#5 San Simeon Point
37.4 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Carmel
#6 Carmel
37.9 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Ghost tree
#7 Ghost tree
39.4 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Del Monte Beach
#8 Del Monte Beach
39.6 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Seaside
#9 Seaside
39.8 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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The Wharf
#10 The Wharf
39.9 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid

Surfing near Big Sur

The Big Sur area has 10 surf breaks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best surfing near Big Sur

How are these surf breaks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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