Del Mar Jetty

Del Mar Jetty

Orange County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Regional Classic

Wave Type

Breakwater/jetty

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West, SouthWest

Best Wind

SouthWest, South

Best Tide

Low and mid tide

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About

Del Mar Jetty, nestled in the heart of Orange County, offers a regional classic surf experience where waves break both right and left, on a sandy bottom that can cradle barrels when the swell hits just right. The spot thrives on northwestern to southwestern swells, coming alive under low to mid tides, particularly on a rising tide that cradles the surf. With waves that start working at under three feet and can reach over ten, it calls out to those who seek the thrill of a good barrel ride. Though it can get crowded, the mix of wave conditions and local charm keeps the spirit of surfing alive along Avenida Del Mar.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityRegional Classic
Wave TypeBreakwater/jetty
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West, SouthWest
Best WindSouthWest, South
Best Tide PositionLow and mid tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressNear San Clemente Pier, San Clemente, CA 92672
City / AreaOrange County
Zip Code92672
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Del Mar Jetty Questions

What kind of wave is Del Mar Jetty?

Del Mar Jetty is a breakwater/jetty break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Del Mar Jetty?

Del Mar Jetty is rated regional classic for wave quality.

What swell works best at Del Mar Jetty?

Del Mar Jetty works best on a northwest, west, southwest swell. Swell size: starts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+.

What wind is best for Del Mar Jetty?

The best wind for Del Mar Jetty is southwest, south.

What tide is best for surfing Del Mar Jetty?

Del Mar Jetty works best at low and mid tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Del Mar Jetty?

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Where is Del Mar Jetty?

Del Mar Jetty is a surf spot in Orange County, California, USA.