Surf: General: Surf Beach is a consistent beachbreak with quality sandbars and fun waves when all the conditions come together. Tides: Mid to High tide Size: shoulder-high to 3 feet overhead Wind: E Swell: NW, W, SW, combo swells Bottom: Sand Paddling: Usually pretty easy unless there is a big swell. Spot Rating: Pretty typical beachbreak most days, gets best on a good combo. Access: Take CA-246 west, just over 10 miles from Lompoc and park in the beach lot. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Minor. Local Vibe: Generally not a problem. Environment: Pretty clean. Hazards: Other people, howling NW winds, sharks. Season: January-December, but fall can be epic.