Tourmaline Surfing Park
Wave Quality
Normal
Wave Type
Beach-break
Swell Direction
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Best Tide
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Tourmaline Surfing Park Weather Forecast
About
Tourmaline Surfing Park, located in North Pacific Beach, San Diego, is renowned as a longboarder's haven, offering gentle, mushy waves that are ideal for beginners and stand-up paddleboarders. With a wave quality that operates best from less than 1 meter to over 2 meters and a sandy bottom, this beach-break spot provides both right and left-hand waves, ensuring a fun and accessible surfing experience for all skill levels. Historically significant as America’s first surf park established in 1963, Tourmaline also features the "Tourmaline Memorial," honoring the surfing culture and community that has thrived here over the decades, making it a must-visit for surf enthusiasts.
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Location & Access
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