Salt Creek Beach Surf Report
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Great surf today. waist to chest high waves (3ft), glassy conditions, outgoing tide. Consistent and clean — well worth the session.
Current Conditions
Today's Surf Timeline
Hourly surf score from 5am to 9pm. Taller bar = better conditions. Best window highlighted in teal.
Today's Tides
Tide data from NOAA station — Dana Point, California. Times shown in Pacific Time.
Salt Creek Beach Surf Guide
Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point delivers a reliable, accessible surf experience that sits in the shadow of nearby Trestles but offers a genuinely excellent alternative — particularly for surfers who want quality waves without a 20-minute hike and a packed professional lineup.
The beach break section serves up consistent peaks on almost any swell, making it a solid choice for intermediate surfers. Further south, a reef section produces more defined, hollow waves that reward experienced surfers during solid SW and NW swells. Salt Creek is one of the most beginner-friendly spots in Orange County while still offering enough punch to keep experienced surfers engaged on better days.