Mission Beach

Mission Beach

San Diego County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

N/A

Best Wind

N/A

Best Tide

Mid and high tide

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About

Mission Beach, nestled in San Diego County, offers a reliable beach break where waves roll in from both the left and right, providing ample opportunity for surfers of all skill levels. The sandy bottom ensures a forgiving landing as the swell starts to work around 3 to 5 feet, holding strong up to 10 feet during ideal conditions. Best surf occurs at mid to high tide on a falling tide, where the crowd can be thick, but the vibe remains lively and welcoming. Beware of rocks lurking beneath the surface, but embrace the thrill of riding the waves that capture the spirit of California surf culture.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave PowerN/A
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionN/A
Best WindN/A
Best Tide PositionMid and high tide
Best Tide MovementFalling tide

Location & Access

AddressMission Beach, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
City / AreaSan Diego County
Zip Code92109
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Mission Beach Questions

What kind of wave is Mission Beach?

Mission Beach is a beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Mission Beach?

Mission Beach is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Mission Beach?

Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+.

What tide is best for surfing Mission Beach?

Mission Beach works best at mid and high tide on falling tide.

Where can I stay near Mission Beach?

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Where is Mission Beach?

Mission Beach is a surf spot in San Diego County, California, USA.