Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

Carlsbad State Beach

Mellow beach break along the Carlsbad seawall. Good for beginners and longboarders. Multiple peaks along the long stretch.

Beach break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, SW

Swell Size

2–5 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

San Diego

Region

North County

Coordinates

33.1395, -117.3400

NOAA Buoy

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