About This Spot
Pismo Beach, California (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in California (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With W–WNW–NW winds, peaking from March to June, Pismo Beach, California (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
NW wind is the normal direction. Very onshore and consistent everyday from March through June: 15-25 kts. The rest of the year is 10-25 kts depending on the weather.
When to Go
Nice during spring. Full wetsuit all year long. Maybe a few days per year with short wetsuit possible.
What to Expect
Super clean, waves outside and flat on the inside.
Wind & Conditions
W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
NW wind is the normal direction. Very onshore and consistent everyday from March through June: 15-25 kts. The rest of the year is 10-25 kts depending on the weather.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Super clean, waves outside and flat on the inside.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Fly into SBP: San Luis Obispo from LAX or SFO.
Location
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