Surfing Cayucos Beach

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The most popular Cayucos beach, Cayucos State Beach is a sandy beach that offers mild weather, watersports such as surfing and swimming, and tidepooling.

Cayucos beach can be found atop any list of favorite California surf spots. Conditions here include high swells (particularly November through April) and high tides. For the most consistent swells, though, hit the surf in spring or summer. Up-to-date surf reports are available at websites like surfline.com.

The water temperatures here range from a chilly 54 degrees F in spring up to around 66 degrees F in September. When temperatures hit the low end, plan ahead and bring a 4/3 mm – 5/4/3 mm thickness wetsuit with boots, gloves, and a hood. In warmer seasons, wear a spring suit or 2 mm – 3/2 mm thickness wetsuit.

Both short boards and longboards are welcome here ― the waves are open to all! Better yet, local shops rent boards, wetsuits, and other gear, along with offering lessons. These are the locals so be sure to ask for tips on the best spots. Also check these shops for a board to buy as several surfboard shapers live in the area.

Cayucos beach offers bathrooms, outdoor showers, and parking along Ocean Front Avenue.