California’s surfing habit has grown to be 更多的 than just a hobby. On August 20, 2018, surfing became the official sport of California, and every year on September 20 the state will celebrate the designation on California 冲浪ing Day. 的re’s never been a 更多的 exciting time to ride a wave in California—and with nearly 3,500 miles of tidal shoreline, there’s plenty of opportunity to give it a shot. Soak up the beachy vibes and catch some swells while on one of these unique California surfing vacations, listed north to south.
Watch dogs catch a wave
帕西菲卡
Every August some of the world’s most talented pooches descend upon 帕西菲卡 (就在南边) 旧金山)。 World Dog 冲浪ing Championships. Dozens of pups compete for surfing glory (with some help from their 人类 counterparts). Spectating is free, and a portion of the competition fees goes to dog-related nonprofits. Can’t get enough dogs on boards? Check out the three-day 冲浪 City 冲浪 Dog in 杭廷顿海滩 in September.
Experience 小牛
半月湾
的 小牛 challenge is an invitation-only competition for good reason: 的 winter waves can reach as high as 80 feet. But aside from watching the experts, mere mortals can join in on the (at least 小牛-adjacent) action any time of year at another 半月湾 冲浪点, 冲浪的海滩, aka 半月湾 Jetty.
Go to summer surf camp
圣克鲁斯
Whether you want to go from zero to hero or simply enjoy a week filled with waves, the Club Ed surf school in 圣克鲁斯 你投保了吗?. Throughout the summer, master instructors host campers of all ages at nearby Manresa State Beach. Guests camp in tents overlooking the Monterey Bay Sanctuary and enjoy healthy meals, a professional massage, visits to the boardwalk, 和更多的. For a shorter stint, sign up for a single two-hour lesson at the famous 考威尔海滩 打破.
Take a lesson with a goat
Pismo海滩
Laird汉密尔顿? 凯利斯雷特? 最伟大的 人类 surfer of all time is up for debate. But the greatest of the 山羊 is Pismo, and he knows how to shred. Book a lesson or tour with 的 冲浪ing Goats in Pismo海滩 and you’ll get expert training from instructor Dana McGregor—and unforgettable entertainment from his surfing farm animal friends. (Make sure to request that the 山羊 come along).
Ride 更多的 than waves
文图拉
从 美国网球公开赛 to 小牛, California hosts a number of world-famous surfing competitions. 但是7月的 冲浪竞技音乐 & 冲浪节 in 文图拉 injects the standard format with bronco-inspired fun. While the best surfers battle it out in the ocean, cowboys on dry land can enjoy the mechanical bull, “greased pig” (aka SUP board) competition, a cornhole tournament, and two days of live music.
冲浪 through history
杭廷顿海滩
Gain a deeper appreciation for California’s official sport in 杭廷顿海滩. After a day in the ocean, groms can visit the 冲浪ers’ Hall of Fame, 冲浪ing Walk of Fame，和 International 冲浪ing Museum, which houses the world’s largest surfboard.
Build your own board
拉古纳海滩
Reach a new level of zen by surfing on a board made with your own two hands in 拉古纳海滩. 的 拉古纳海滩 House 提供为期两天的 形状,冲浪 & 保持 package, which includes a two-part experience with surfing legend Donald Brink of 边缘冲浪. Guests handcraft a custom board at Brink’s studio in 丹娜一点, before joining him for an offshore session. Looking for a different way to ride the waves? This coastal Orange County city is responsible for founding the sport of 浅水冲浪板-查看 Solag Skim School 学习如何.
Take a surfari road trip in a VW
Costa Mesa, various locations
Pack up your board and choose your own adventure by selecting a ride from the Volkswagen fleet at Vintage 冲浪ari Wagons. 的 洛杉矶 company rents retro-chic campers that can be stocked with coolers, 营的椅子, 潜水服, 和更多的—perfect for an epic road trip up and down the coast.
Shred and savasana
圣地亚哥
Combine two of Southern California’s wellness activities in a two- or five-day getaway from 冲浪 & 停留圣地亚哥, where unlimited surfing is paired with daily yoga and stretching sessions. Packages also include equipment, accommodations at Blue Sea Beach Hotel, and extras like a sunset boat ride around Mission Bay, and a guided bike tour around 圣地亚哥.
