Blacks Beach Surf Spot, United States
VPQV+95 San Diego, CA, USA
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Where is Blacks Beach?
Blacks Beach is an A-frame beach break near San Diego in the United States. Best season: September to April (winter NW swells). Level: Advanced. GPS: 32.8884, -117.2571.
| Location | San Diego, United States |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 32.8884, -117.2571 |
| Wave type | Beach break |
| Direction | A-frame peaks (lefts and rights) |
| Wave quality | World-class |
| Best season | September to April (winter NW swells) |
| Tide | All tides; sandbar-dependent |
| Consistency | Very consistent on swell |
| Skill level | Advanced |
| Crowds | Experienced crowd — respect the lineup and locals |
About This Break
Strong rip currents, sneaker sets, powerful hollow surf, heavy crowds, localism and a demanding paddle on larger days. Access is another major consideration: the beach lies beneath approximately 300-foot cliffs, and the popular Gliderport route is steep and rugged. Cliff instability and landslides are legitimate hazards, so stay on established access routes and away from the base of unstable cliffs.
An underwater canyon focuses swell into some of California's most powerful beach-break peaks. Blacks Beach is an advanced-level A-frame beach break near San Diego in United States, delivering world-class waves for experienced surfers and confident chargers. It is most consistent from September to April (winter NW swells). All tides; sandbar-dependent. Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out. Dreaming of waking up to Blacks Beach? International Surf Properties lists homes, villas and land for sale near San Diego — own your spot beside the wave.
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Local Knowledge
Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
Blacks Beach (San Diego): Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Blacks Beach?
Blacks Beach is an A-frame beach break near San Diego in the United States. Its GPS coordinates are 32.8884, -117.2571.
When is the best time to surf Blacks Beach?
The best season to surf Blacks Beach is September to April (winter NW swells). Tide: all tides; sandbar-dependent. Consistency: very consistent on swell.
Is Blacks Beach good for beginners?
Not really. Blacks Beach is rated Advanced, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
Can you buy property near Blacks Beach?
Nothing is listed within 15 km of Blacks Beach right now, but there are 14 properties for sale elsewhere in United States on International Surf Properties.
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