Seal Beach Pier, Southside
Beach break · North Orange County · Beginner → Intermediate
Seal Beach Pier, Southside surf today
Forecast for Thursday 15 October
Intermediate : Peak's gone, but it's still holding. Go. — Best window: 6h30–9h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner 70
- Intermediate 79
- Waves 0.9 m · 14 s period
- Wind W 9 km/h (gusts 26 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 04:00 · ▲ 11:00 · ▽ 19:00
About this spot
Sand peaks on both sides of Seal Beach Pier. Average and shapeless, but they work on all tides.
Spot photos
Seal Beach Pier, Southside in detail
Beginner → Intermediate
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Seal Beach Pier, Southside
What tide is best for surfing Seal Beach Pier, Southside?
At Seal Beach Pier, Southside, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Is Seal Beach Pier, Southside suitable for beginners?
Seal Beach Pier, Southside is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Seal Beach Pier, Southside?
The ideal wind at Seal Beach Pier, Southside comes broadly from North-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Seal Beach Pier, Southside?
Around Seal Beach Pier, Southside, you can also check conditions at Surfside, Anderson Street, 64th Place. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.