Best surfing near San Clemente

71 surf breaks · 71 ranked · updated 2026-06-28 · off-season

Explore the best surfing near San Clemente, 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 15 of 71 surf breaks · best 15 shown on the map
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Linda Lane Beach
#1 Linda Lane Beach
1.8 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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San Clemente Pier
#2 San Clemente Pier
1.9 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
T
T Street
#3 T Street
2.1 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Riviera
#4 Riviera
2.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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State park
#5 State park
3.1 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
C
Cottons
#6 Cottons
3.8 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Upper Trestles
#7 Upper Trestles
4.2 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
T
Trestles
#8 Trestles
4.5 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
B
Birdhits
#9 Birdhits
4.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
D
Doheny
#10 Doheny
4.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
C
Church (Trestles)
#11 Church (Trestles)
4.8 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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San Onofre
#12 San Onofre
5.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
D
Dana Point
#13 Dana Point
6.1 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Salt Creek : Gravels
#14 Salt Creek : Gravels
6.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Salt Creek Point
#15 Salt Creek Point
6.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid

Surfing near San Clemente

The San Clemente area has 71 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 San Clemente

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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