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Guide To San Clemente California

San Clemente Surfboard Rentals SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA
San Clemente has two very distinct faces. The idealized one is a core surf town where the streets are lined with Trestles cobblestones and Mayhems. Where the ghosts of San Onofre OG’s Tom Blake and Doc Ball might give you a tour of the hallowed halls of Surfer and Surfing Magazine’s original offices pointing out iconic imagery that created and sustained the surf industry for decades. You might stop by the Astrodeck warehouse and get a history-drenched sermon from Dibi and Herbie Fletcher and take a walkabout through the shaper’s ghetto with Timmy Patterson and Matt Biolos. Or Cole Simler and Terry Senate if you want a thicker coat of foam dust on your shoes. You might take a peak at the Surfing Heritage Museum’s collection of historic surfboards or check in with the Pezman’s at The Surfer’s Journal offices. You might wrap this day up with a double feature screening of Jeff Neu’s San Clemente Locals and Lost Across America: The Decline.

You would squint your eyes and look out at T Street and see vintage Dino Andino and Matt Archbold going vert on their backhands and leaning way back on their forehands. You might see Nathan Fletcher or the Long brothers punting on closeouts at State Park. Riviera would be full of Gudauskas smiles and Rozunko shakas. Lowers sets would be split by Chris Ward and and his pal and temporary Florida transplant Cory Lopez filming for a new Lost flick. Followed by the full deck grips of Justin Matteson and Gavin Beschen. You’d hear the bombs of Camp Pendleton going off before navigating a barroom split down the center of surfers and soldiers at Red Fox Lounge as “O.C Life” from D.I. plays from the juke. This would be one version of San Clemente. The one where you blend a disheveled core surf aesthetic with an obvious surf industry influence backdropped by the stucco and tasteless veneer of the Orange County curtain into something with some goddamn vibe.

The other one might not hit so authentically. The realist’s San Clemente. The San Clemente of today. It has been sterilized with Acai bowls and streets lined with short putting green grass so the starry eyed groms in their golf carts and e-bikes can get to Trestles quicker. An attempt at creating surfing’s Pleasantville backfired and this mutiny of home schooled kids in head-to-toe Stance gear run the show. Their dad’s Teslas charge while the water in their Rinse Kits warms.

San Clemente is now a grommet nursery where parents hope future Colapintos and Kolohe’s are groomed into Olympic-ready world champions. People forget that John John and Kolohe and Griffin and Crosby were raised on a steady diet of paragraph one through five surf industry and have a deep appreciation for the core community — a key ingredient to a proper surf curriculum. This is the chapter that today’s groms seem to be glossing over and it’s like skipping the Curren chapter in the surf book.

Despite these modern conveniences and the repercussions that accompany them, this place can still be navigated with dignity. A nice time can be had. There is still soul lurking around. Not all is sterilized by IG surf culture. Catch Surf is not the only surf shop in town. Catalyst (Lost’s home surf shop) still runs the show and will get you dialed with what you need by utilizing a knowledgeable and surf competent staff of no nonsense surf gear.

Our suggestion as you exit the 5 onto Pico: Look to the roots, embrace the present but don’t be afraid to rage against it and always blast the Minor Threat as you hit the offramp. San Clemente still has it if you look closely.—Travis Ferré

T-Street taken from the SC Pier.

Richard Nixon used to have his “Western White House” in San Clemente. Most recently sold for like $65M

President Richard Nixon at his “Western White House” in San Clemente

Christian Fletcher. PHOTO: Jeff Divine.

Ole Hanson Beach Club in the 1930s.

We polled some of SC’s finest to make sure this list is complete. It should keep you fed, surfing, buzzed and healthy all at once.

Luke Davis: Ultimate Surfer competitor, had pink hair before it was cool, coffee connoisseur, Reckless Isolation star and form guru.

Tanner Ruzunko: The most core of the core. Good at everything. Surfing, skating, music, beers, carpentry and an all-around stand up dude with great taste.

Ian Crane: World’s greatest free surfer and everyone’s favorite guy to have fun with.

Jackson Todd: Our secret weapon. Makes our 12 Song playlists, rips in several bands (Repeater) and a smart export. His dad Drew edited the original 5 x 5 x 191/4 film.

Yadin Nicol:Former World Tour Surfer, Modern Collective star and West Aussie transplant that’s called SC home for the last 7 years. Dad to the best surfer in the world under 10 (King Nicol).

Matt Biolos: World-renowned surfboard maker, snowboarding enthusiast and punk rocker.

Kolohe Andino: World Tour surfer, Olympian, Filmmaker, Core Lord.

Old Man’s at San Onofre State Beach.

FOOD

Sonny’s Pizza & Pasta in San Clemente.

Pedro’s Tacos: Two locations in town. This staple post-Lowers drive-thru never disappoints after a marathon session. Bean/cheese/potato burrito every single time. Easy on the wallet and pretty good on the taste buds. Best to not get a drink and pop over to 7-11 to grab something there. (Don’t know why everyone does this, but they do, literally everyone.)

Guicho’s Eatery: Killer Italian food with two locations in San Clemente. Pretty much a slam dunk any time you want. Only downfall is they are closed on Sundays. Ian Crane special recommendation: Chicken salad + side of 2 meatballs… chicken salad comes with garlic bread, make open face mini meatball sandwich to go with the salad. Or just get the chicken sandwich, comes with baby side salad.

SC Cafe: The local diner. Feels like you’re sitting at home. It’s that level of comfort. They have great breakfast. Hot chocolate coffee w/ whipped cream on top + the veggie mix half order, no rice, add 2 fried eggs and sausage links. Ask for pico de gallo & medina sauce, chop up and mix all together then wrap in flower tortillas.—Crane

PEDRO’S WILL ALWAYS BE A SAN CLEMENTE STAPLE. NOSTALGIC AND DELICIOUS. MY SUGGESTION – ORDER BEFORE PADDLING OUT AND ENJOY IT ON THE BEACH.
— KOLOHE ANDINO

Pedro’s Tacos drive-thru sign at their location on the south end of town.

Billy’s Deli: Billy’s is a perfect mini market and deli located near the top of Del Mar steet. Full service butcher in house that will help you build your own sammy. Crane’s order: turkey on squaw, mayo and dijon mustard, all the veggies, add avocado.

Surfin’ Chicken: A hidden secret on the north end of town just off Avenida Pico. In the corner of an interesting strip mall. Surfin’ Chicken lives right next door to the record shop. A gem of a taco shop that you can stuff your face while gazing in awe at the surfing posters that have been up since 1995.

“Archy, Dino, the Fletcher’s and Beschen’s line the walls of this time capsule of an establishment. If your picture is not up in Surfin’ Chicken, you are gonna have to go on the next set wave.” —Tanner Ruzunko

The Surfin’ Chicken San Clemente.

Rider’s Club: This used to be a taco shop but is now a burger stand that not only has the best burger in town to tickle your tastebuds, but the best tunes to bless your ear drums as well. Overall a killer spot, don’t sleep on the pudding, it’s delish. —Tanner Ruzunko

Active Culture: A really good healthy lunch spot. Active Culture is also famous for it’s really good and healthy frozen yogurt. Is frozen yogurt healthy?

Shwack Cantina: Not very expensive and random little spot for lunch or dinner. Quick, easy, get a beer there or watch football. It’s just one of those places that feels like going home. Potato poppers in there are so good. Right near the shapers alley dubbed “The Surf Ghetto.”

Sonny’s Pizza & Pasta: The meeting place in San Clemente. Sonny’s is SC Tradition. Ran by a crazy good surfer Brandon Ragenovich. Brandon’s mom and grandfather own this place and they make incredible pizzas, pastas, salads, and wines. Pretty hostesses.

The Cellar: Another hot spot on Del Mar. Good food, nice ambiance. Fried chicken sandwich is tasty. Try not to eat too much because the cookie skillet for dessert will make you scream like it’s 4th of July.

Captain Mauri’s: Great spot on the main strip in town, Del Mar Street. Loads of great options of juices, sandwiches, smoothies, bowls and even a few healthier treats. Can’t really go wrong at Captain Mauri’s.

Nick’s & South of Nick’s: Margarita’s are great. Everything is pretty good. Chicken flautas, we usually get like a massive plate of La Tablita to share. You can feed a small family on that one. My wife loves the coconut marg to drink. —Yadin

New Mandarin Garden: Located in the Old Town strip mall. This spot is pretty insane. Huge servings, pay the $15 for an entree and you take home enough Chinese food to cover dinner for the rest of your week.

Vine: Class class class…Vine uses fresh and seasonal ingredients. Meat, seafood, craft beers, designers cocktails and a selection of wine from all over the world. Incredible spot if you want to impress a date. Make yourself a reservation though.

VINE in San Clemente

THIS IS A “FUCK YOU, I’M GOING BIG” SPOT. A RESTAURANT YOU FIND IN A REAL CITY. SONOMA COUNTY STYLE MEAT PERFECTLY PREPARED, HIGH END EXPERT COCKTAILS WITH A VINTAGE CA COCKTAIL VIBE. SEASONAL VEGGIES AND EXPERT CHEF PREPARATION.
— MATT BIOLOS
Ranch Market: World’s Best Street Tacos located on the north end of town and one block off of Pacific Coast Highway near North Beach. $2 tacos on Tuesday and $3 pupusas on Friday. Very authentic. Perfect if you need some tacos catered for your party. The habanero chicken on the spit is to die for.

Ranch Market street tacos.

Agostino’s Ristorante: The best kept secret in town. About 50 yards from the water, facing the ocean. The ambience here is next level. You feel like you’re in a scene from the Godfather. I think there’s a picture of Marlon Brando on the wall. Open mic night is on Friday if you’re feeling adventurous.

La Tiendita: I can’t believe I’m even telling you about it. Get a plate of your go-to Mexican dish. Take it in the back, walk over the liquor store while they prepare, get a Tecate, eat on the patio in the back. Squeeze a lime on everything and all will be right. You won’t even notice the flies. Get some marinated chicken to take home to make your own tacos for the weekend too.

SURFING

JUST GO TO TRESTLES, THAT’S WHAT YOU’RE HERE FOR [LAUGHS]. IF THE BEACH BREAKS ARE GOOD HERE YOU’RE SURE AS HELL MISSING IT SOMEWHERE ELSE.
— TANNER ROZUNKO
204’s: I’ve never been here but I heard that Timmy Patterson surfs there a lot.

The Pier: Kinda has a different little look to it. Northside pretty much always has something. Winter time sometimes you can surf the other side. I surf Southside like 5 times per year in the winter. —Yadin

T-Street: The most consistent wave on planet earth. In June Cory Lopez and his family were in town and it was flat everywhere in CA. T-St. was the best place from Malibu to the Mexican border and the Lopez fam was all over it. Waves were really really bad in CA, but T-St. was still doin it’s thing. One of the most consistent ridable waves in CA with better wind than HB. Don’t waste a swell day here though. —Biolos

Wedges in the winter. Surf that a bunch and it’s easy. Don’t need an E-bike to get there. —Yadin

Paddle out whenever most convenient, always a funish rideable wave, makes you surf better. Best place to drive by and run out for a wave or just hang out in the parking lot. FUCK BLACKBALL! —Crane

State Park: Better on low tide. The only beachbreak in town with a decent sandbar is State Beach. The crowd is usually pretty spread out and between tower 1 and the parking lot you can usually find your own peak.

Lower Trestles, San Clemente, CA.

Trails: This can be fun and sometimes an escape from the crowd If you time it right. Trail 6 you can see all the military equipment up close and personal.

Be careful which trail you take as one of them trails lands you on the nude beach.

Uppers: Winter time go-to spot. Summer is good too but the crowd is whacky. Total chaos.

Lowers: Basically good all day! Bring a backpack with water and snacks & 2 boards for fun. Always crowded but it’s kind of an organized chaos. If too crowded and frustrating go in and try again an hour or so later.—Crane

Middles: Any time there is a contest at Lowers you will mind-surf about a hundred waves per day down in this area. Especially fun on a really crowded Lowers day when you can float down and snatch a couple little runners.

Churches: I actually surf Churches a bunch.

San O: 60’s throwback scene on the beach here and a sort of “Waikiki” of California type of surf generally. Great for longboarding and going straight. Best and worst beach in the entire world.—Yadin

SURFING AROUND SAN CLEMENTE IS LIKE A SLOW DRIP. ALMOST LIKE A KIND OF TORTURE. THERE’S USUALLY ALWAYS SOMETHING, BUT NOTHING TOO THRILLING. ENOUGH TO KEEP YOU HYDRATED BUT YOU’RE ALWAYS THIRSTY FOR A LITTLE MORE.
— YADIN NICOL

Griffin & Crosby Colapinto nearby home ft. Kolohe Andino

BARS

We’ve been told at times to avoid “The Devil’s Triangle” (Goody’s Tavern, Ole’s Tavern & Red Fox Lounge) located downtown in San Clemente. But then we’ve also heard that Red Fox Lounge is where you probably want to find yourself on a weekend evening in SC. Tread carefully.

Goody’s Tavern: 1/3 of the triangle. Goody’s feels like the ultimate man cave. Great to grab a drink and watch some sports with the boys. They have 6 x 60” TV’s in there along with billiards, darts, karaoke, and a Golden Tee golf arcade game. Country night is on Wednesday.

Ole’s Tavern: 2/3 of the triangle. Ole’s is a full liquor sports tavern complete with pool tables, a jukebox, and even foosball! If you’re lucky you can get late night leftover free pizza from the pizzeria down the street too. Apparently they may not take out of state ID’s though…eeeek

Red Fox Lounge: A San Clemente version of “Cheers.” This anchor of downtown San Clemente was established in 1955. Cash bar only with ice cold beer and wreaks of cigarette smoke pouring in from the back patio. Generous pours of stiff drinks only. Tip your bartender, her name is Bunny she is very sweet! Red Fox also has a golf arcade game and a back patio entrance that has been known as an alleged place underage people have snuck in allegedly. It is alleged…:) Likely to bump into a former local pro from San Clemente if you hangout long enough.

Chuck Yaeger is the first person to break the sound barrier and loved hanging at Red Fox Lounge. Coincidence?

Jemma: Really good cocktails and a real good Mexican style Mezcal Bar. The best one around consisting of 100+ various types of Mezcal. —Biolos

Lander’s: Lander’s Liquor Bar is relatively new to San Clemente. Located right near the old casino on the north side of town and can be a lot of fun on Fri/Sat night. It seems to be the place to see and be seen. Make sure you dress cool. They really pump the DJ electro thing here. See Cola Bros IG for a teaser.

Closed every Monday and Tuesday.

The Landers crowd feels a bit like Stagecoach to me, so I would say avoid that place like the plague!—Jackson

JD’s Kitchen and Bar: Draft beers, bottled beers, cocktails, wine…

WE HEARD RUMORS THAT ONCE A MAN WAS SERVED A MODELO FROM THE TAP AT JD’S AND IT WAS SLIGHTLY SLUSHY. NOW THAT’S A COLD ASS BEER.
— ANONYMOUS
The Fisherman’s: On the base of the SC pier. Amazing seafood and oyster bar. Fun spot to be during sunset hour to hang while watching the waves and summertime tourists.

Knuckleheads: Honorable mention to the list would be Knuckleheads Sports Bar. All the games plus live music on Friday and Sunday nights. Open mic night on Wednesday night too if you’re feeling frisky.

Taka-O (RIP): For years this place used to be the celebratory meeting point for the end of every surf event in San Clemente. Decent sushi bar, but what set this apart from anywhere else was the live karaoke. You could usually find the worlds best surfers belting out your favorite songs. There are tales of debauchery and celebration etched into surf history at this place. Everyone from Taj Burrow to Steph Gilmore have gone off here.

Bloom’s Pub (formerly know as Molly Bloom’s): Old brick building on the south end of El Camino. You can get a pretty decent pub meal at this place while listening to some live music.

OC Tavern: OC Tavern is a sports bar right next door to Molly Blooms. Also the only semi-legitimate music venue in town, where once in a blue moon you can catch something really cool show like GLUE.

Glue at O.C. Tavern

COFFEE
Sur Coffee: Super cool people here. They know how to make coffee. Shake up coffee in those shakers they use to make cocktails. You can see the love and respect they have for your coffee.

Zebra House: Prefer the cold coffee drinks here like the frappes are amazing! Vegan and gluten free muffins every day. Great on the go breakfast spot and they even have a drive thru window.

Moulin: Up on the north end of town. I think this place started with their first restaurant in Newport Beach. You feel like you’re really in Biarritz at this place. Amazing espresso, croissants, sandwiches, baguettes.

Bear Coast: Minimal, hipster vibe. Cute little spot right at the pier in SC. Pretty good and I have heard they make their own almond milk from scratch.

SURF SHOP
Catalyst: Two locations but the most core one is the OG spot by North Beach. By far the largest selection of insane surfboards in the whole town. New and a lot of used …Lost team surfboard trade ins are always loaded on the racks. Semi pro surfers run the store and are the ones selling you said boards. Parties, premieres, host the local pros showing their newest and latest projects. Wreaks of resin (in the best way possible) from the glass shop in the back. Real deal no frills surf shop. They have what you need to get you in the water. No bullshit.

The person running the counter in shop is guaranteed to be stoned. Surf movies playing on TV. They have the glass shop running in the back making fresh boards, it reeks of resign in the best way. Plus it’s across the street from 7/11 so you can get a slurpee and some candy while there.—Crane

Basham’s Factory and Surf Shop: Brad Basham started the entire surfboard building process in San Clemente. The shop lives towards the north side of town in Brad’s name as he passed away recently. This guy was a big reason San Clemente surfing is where it is today.

Icon’s of Surf: Alternative surf store located near the middle of town. Longboard, retro, fish, and all things hipster. Beautiful selection of $1500 boards that go straight fast. Filled with underground alternative clothing brands.—Biolos

Rip Curl: Iconic, right near Trestles at the very south side of San Clemente. Lots of surfboards, wetsuits and accessories. Always seems to be the spot I stop at to grab a bar of wax, fin key, or sunscreen that I forgot.

SAN CLEMENTE HAS MORE SHAPING FACTORIES PER CAPITA THAN ANY OTHER PLACE IN THE WORLD. DON’T COME BOTHER US WHILE WE’RE WORKING THOUGH. YOU’RE NOT GETTING A DEAL.
— MATT BIOLOS
GENERAL
Moldy Toes Records: A great Mom and Pop record shop. The proprietor knows his stuff and will have all the classics and the latest re-issues. Nice to see that this place is still there and still legit. Would be at home in any big city.

Power Plant Records: family owned and operated. Ran by Biff and Kristin Cooper who are real rock n’ rollers who have a DIY punk ethos that shows in their shop. They do music lessons and recording in the back and Fyg who works there puts on DIY shows for local punk and touring punk bands alike.

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A Weekend Surfing Itinerary for San Clemente, California

I’ve taken it upon myself to create the ultimate surfing weekend getaway in San Clemente, California. Beginner surfer or not, this itinerary will introduce you not only to great surfing spots, but a plethora of places including: an amazing surfboard rental shop, a quaint and cheap motel, delicious and cheap restaurants, great bars to wind down and exchange surf stories, and must-see sites to add more variety to your surf trip. No need to scope out the internet for cheap places to stay and things to do while visiting San Clemente, because I did all the research for you. All you have to do is find the best flight to Santa Ana and book all that is needed for your stay. It is possible to fit in the perfect surf trip into one weekend! You’re welcome in advance!

“369 Surf”. San Clemente, CA.

Saturday:
Morning:     1.      Arrive to Santa Ana Airport.     2.      Carry-on only straight to rental car (avoid checking in bags to save time and hassle to deal with luggage).     3.      Drive Coast Highway to San Clemente and take in views of Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, and Dana Point with pump up music. Get pumped up! You’re going to be surfing in Cali!       
     4.   Arrive to “369 Surf” surfboard shop to pick up boards, wax, and possibly wetsuits (depending on water temperature) from Matt. Rent surfboard roof rack if necessary.

Afternoon:
5.   Eat pre-packed lunch in car on way to San Onofre State Beach Park (technically in San Diego County).6. Take second entrance into park to avoid some traffic and a long waiting line. Entrance for one day is $15.7.   Surf Old Man’s (beginner level) or Trails (beginner/intermediate level) all day and afternoon.8.    Drive to “Board and Brew” for some of the best sandwiches ever. Happy hour drink specials here.9.  Grab a coffee next door at “Macha” to revive.10.   Head to San Clemente Pier to surf T-Street and/or San Clemente Pier. Lifeguards open the water to surfers only at 6:00pm on the T-Street side. Woo hoo!

San Onofre Surfing Beach. San Clemente, CA.


Night:

11.  Surf until dusk.12.  Watch the sunset and some pretty rad surfers near T-Street surf spot.13.  Check in to “The Inn at Califia Beach“.14. Wash up, walk the area, and bar hop:-“Blooms Irish Pub” (get and order of their fish and tater tacos…AMAZING!)-“OC Tavern” (the bartenders here are amazing)-“Hapa J’s“-“Outrigger Tavern“-“MRK Public“15. Prepare surf gear for morning.16. Crash hard.

“The Inn at Calafia Beach”. San Clemente, CA.

Sunday:Morning:
1.  Wake up no later than 5:15 (super early, but it will be worth it)2.  Drive one minute down road to “Surfin’ Donuts“. Gonna need a big breakfast for a heavy surf day.-Pick from a variety of delicious donuts, including a blueberry fritter only served on Sundays.-Choose from a variety of coffees (weak, strong, and in between).-Cheese, bacon, jalapeno filled croissant. Yum.3. Drive to San Onofre State Beach Park. If early enough, waiting in line shouldn’t take too long.4. Eat, drink coffee, and jam out to some pump up music while waiting in car line at park.5. Surf all surfing spots on southern beaches of park….all day long. Don’t forget to GoPro some surfing action. Need that proof that you caught some waves!

“Surfin’ Donuts”. San Clemente, CA.

Afternoon:6. Rinse off in nearby beach showers and change in changing hut into some casual dress clothes.7. Mix up your trip by heading to “Casa Romantica” to add a bit of history, beautiful gardens, and an amazing view of the ocean and pier into your trip. The first Sunday of every month has no admission fee. Otherwise, it’s only $5. Worth the visit.8. Head to get food at the closest “Pedro’s Tacos“. Everything on their menu is delicious, but try out the fish tacos here too. Gotta get as much fresh seafood as possible while on coast.9. Grab a cold brew or energy drink at the nearest convenient store (perhaps the CVS next door) to rejuvenate.10. Eat at pier for ocean view and surf watching11. Surf “San Clemente Pier” until dusk. The waves break close to shore, so be careful at this surf spot.12. Watch sunset on beach.

Butterfly Garden. Casa Romantica. San Clemente, CA.
San Clemente Pier View. Casa Romantica. San Clemente, CA.

Night:13. Head back to “The Inn at Calafia Beach“.14. Get dressed and have a couple of local beers bought from the liquor store across the street in the cute, middle area of the inn.15. Catch a Lyft or Uber to San Clemente Pier area to walk the pier and watch surfers out in the water.16. Pop into the “Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar” located on the pier for a local beer at the bar.17. Walk around area and enjoy the ambience.18. Head to “LaRocco’s” pizza shop. Make sure you get the garlic knots and a calzone.19. Pop into some locals’ bars:               -“Ole’sTavern”               -“Knucklehead’sSports Bar and Grill”               -“VineRestaurant and Bar” (DJ in the back if you wanna dance)20. Crash even harder than the night before.21. The best surf weekend ever.

San Clemente Pier. San Clemente, CA.
Photo By: @wagner.veronica

Side notes:
1. San Onofre State Beach Park surfing spots have rocks near the shore that you will have to walk on and around to get into the water. Don’t be afraid to invest in some water socks (I felt it was necessary to purchase some since my foot was still recovering from my sea urchin accident in Hawaii). You can find some good water socks on Amazon. Many are cheap, super comfortable, protective, warm, and great for surfing and any beach activity. Check these that I found on Amazon: BPS Low Cut ‘Soft Skin’ Water Socks or High Cut ‘Storm’Water Socks.
2. San Clemente Pier has little or no rocks while walking out into the water. It’s great that there aren’t rocks, but still be cautious walking out into the water. According to some locals, stingrays like to nestle in the shallow water in the sand. Don’t be too nervous though. All you have to do is shuffle your feet while walking out in the water and that will be enough to scare them off.
3. A weekend getaway to San Clemente may be worth it if you are coming from the Midwest or east coast. However, it will obviously cut into your surf time, add more travel time, and most likely will be a bit more expensive. If this is the case for you, look into some surf spots in North Carolina, Florida, Rhode Island, Maryland, and New York to save time and money. Otherwise, west coast peeps: San Clemente is for you! Find some cheaper flights on Google Flights into Santa Ana most days of the year.
4.  If San Onofre is too busy, check out the surf report at “Doheny State Beach” (also has some beginner surfing areas). We didn’t get a chance to experience Doheny, but it’s still a decently close driving distance from San Clemente. I also heard some great things about it from a local at a surf shop.
5. If you plan to go to San Onofre State Park, be sure to bring all the necessities you may need for all day. Not only is this park great for surfing, but it has some good fishing spots, beach volleyball, and even areas to grill and picnic on the beach. If you decide to leave the park and have plans to come back, you may run into a long car line that could mean minutes (or even hours) to not only be able to enter, but wait for a parking spot to open up. If possible, stay at the park all day until you are ready to leave for good…hence bringing everything you need for the day.
6. Make sure to apply sunscreen if you plan to be out in the water all day. Though you may have some clouds, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll still catch some of those UV rays and may get burnt, meaning being uncomfortable the rest of your stay.
7. Drink a lot of water. If you’re a beginner like me, you will be gulping a ton of salt water while nose-diving or fighting to get above the waves. Lots of salt water will make you thirsty.  Also, you won’t realize how much you are sweating while out in the water getting your surf on, and since you will be in the water all day, you want to hydrate before, during, and after a long session (beginner or not).

8. If you have time, try to physically prepare your body. Practice popping up and work your upper body. You’ll be using your arms and necks muscles a lot, so be sure to build up a bit of muscular strength and endurance.

9. Watch some tutorial videos on how to surf. While you’re at it, watch some surf competitions to observe (and get pumped up).
 If you’re itching to go surfing and a week long surf vacation isn’t in your nearest future, plan a weekend surf getaway to San Clemente, California. No matter what surfing level you are, you will be sure to find some rad waves to catch (advanced surfers, be sure to check out Trestles) that will satisfy your rip craving. It can be done in one weekend. I know this because the itinerary listed is the exact itinerary we used on our surfing weekend getaway to San Clemente this month. We surfed our butts off and still had time to experience in and around the city. Though my body hurt for 6 days after our trip, it was worth every single second. It was the best weekend surfing trip ever. I highly recommend this itinerary. You won’t be disappointed, I promise. So, what are you waiting for? Book that trip, skip the planning, and enjoy your amazing weekend surf trip in San Clemente, California.

Safe Travels,Veronica

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Full Day Wetsuit Rental

Half Day Wetsuit Rental
15
Half Day Wetsuit Rental

Half Day Soft Top Surfboard Rental
20
Half Day Soft Top Surfboard Rental

Half Day Hard Board Surfboard Rental
25
Half‎ Day Hard Board Surfboard Rental

Full Day BodyBoard Rental
20
Full Day BodyBoard Rental

Half Day BodyBoard Rental
15
Half Day BodyBoard Rental

Full Day SUP Rental
50
Full Day SUP Rental includes adjustable paddle

Half Day SUP Rental
40
Half Day SUP Rental includes adjustable paddle
Full Day Soft Racks Rental
10
Full Day Soft Racks Rental

Full Day Swim Fins Rental
20
Full‎ Day Swim Fins Rental

Half Day Swim Fins Rental
15
Half‎ Day Swim Fins Rental

SUP Paddle Rental
15
SUP Paddle Rental

Sex Wax
2
1 Bar of Sex Wax

3 Hour Wetsuit Rental
10
3 Hour Wetsuit Rental

3 Hour SwimFin Rental
10
3 Hour Swim Fins Rental

3 Hour BodyBoard Rental
10
3 Hour BodyBoard Rental

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Torq Surfboard Rentals

Torq Surfboard Rentals T Street Surf Shop San Clemente,California
Torq Surfboard Rentals T Street Surf Shop San Clemente,California
Torq Surfboard Rentals T Street Surf Shop San Clemente,California
Torq Surfboard Rentals T Street Surf Shop San Clemente,California
Torq Surfboard Rentals T Street Surf Shop San Clemente,California
Torq Surfboard Rentals T Street Surf Shop San Clemente,California

Torq Surfboard Rentals T Street Surf Shop San Clemente,California

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Surfboard Rentals

T STREET SURF RENTALS, 102 AVE BARCELONA SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA
369 SURF SHOP
Full Day Premium Hard Top Surfboard Rental
35
Full Day Premium Hard Top Surfboard Rental
Full Day Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
30
Full‎ Day Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
3 Hour Premium Hard Top Longboard Rental
30
3 Hour Premium Hard Top Longboard Rental
3 Hour Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
25
3 Hour Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
3 Hour Wetsuit Rental
15
3 Hour Wetsuit Rental
Full Day Wetsuit Rental
20
Full Day Wetsuit Rental
2 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 to 3 Hours with extended rental option
220
2 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery
Full Day Body Board Rental
20
Full Day Body Board Rental
3 Hour Paddleboard Rental
40
3 Hour Paddleboard Rental w/Paddle
1 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 to 3 Hours) with extended rental option
125
1 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 Hours)
1 Person walk in customers only includes surf instruction tips board and wetsuit rental for 4 Hours
75
1 Person walk in customers only includes surf instruction board and wetsuit rental for 4 Hours

369 SURF SHOP
Full Day Premium Hard Top Surfboard Rental
35
Full Day Premium Hard Top Surfboard Rental
Full Day Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
30
Full‎ Day Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
3 Hour Premium Hard Top Longboard Rental
30
3 Hour Premium Hard Top Longboard Rental
3 Hour Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
25
3 Hour Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
3 Hour Wetsuit Rental
15
3 Hour Wetsuit Rental
Full Day Wetsuit Rental
20
Full Day Wetsuit Rental
2 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 to 3 Hours with extended rental option
220
2 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery
Full Day Body Board Rental
20
Full Day Body Board Rental
3 Hour Paddleboard Rental
40
3 Hour Paddleboard Rental w/Paddle
1 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 to 3 Hours) with extended rental option
125
1 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 Hours)
1 Person walk in customers only includes surf instruction tips board and wetsuit rental for 4 Hours
75
1 Person walk in customers only includes surf instruction board and wetsuit rental for 4 Hours

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Surf Shop San Clemente

T STREET SURF SHOP SAN CLEMENTE CALIFORNIA 888-995-1288
369 SURF SHOP
Full Day Premium Hard Top Surfboard Rental
35
Full Day Premium Hard Top Surfboard Rental
Full Day Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
30
Full‎ Day Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
3 Hour Premium Hard Top Longboard Rental
30
3 Hour Premium Hard Top Longboard Rental
3 Hour Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
25
3 Hour Premium Soft Top Surfboard Rental
3 Hour Wetsuit Rental
15
3 Hour Wetsuit Rental
Full Day Wetsuit Rental
20
Full Day Wetsuit Rental
2 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 to 3 Hours with extended rental option
220
2 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery
Full Day Body Board Rental
20
Full Day Body Board Rental
3 Hour Paddleboard Rental
40
3 Hour Paddleboard Rental w/Paddle
1 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 to 3 Hours) with extended rental option
125
1 person private surf lesson includes board, wetsuit, pick up & delivery (approximately 2 Hours)
1 Person walk in customers only includes surf instruction tips board and wetsuit rental for 4 Hours
75
1 Person walk in customers only includes surf instruction board and wetsuit rental for 4 Hours

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Leigh Wedd – Florida

Leigh wedd
3 reviews

I looked for surfboard rentals while passing through San Clemente and found a link to his shop. Had no real expectations but; to get a decent surfboard and at a reasonable price. Matt met and exceeded them. He went out of his way to pick up new boards, ones’ I recommended and got back to me as quickly as he could. Only issue I had was the type of construction of the board. Still had fun that day and highly recommend you check him out when in town. He gives great advise due to his local knowledge and is straight up when I dealt with him.

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Jeremy McMillan

Jeremy McMillan

 9 weeks ago

My friend and I walked in and asked for board rentals and lessons. Matt called up another instructor, Lexie, and got us in the water in 20 minutes to get some surfing in at T Street  before the tide came all the way in. He made sure we could paddle out, time a green wave, and pop up. The next day he looked up the surf report for us and sent us down to Old Man’s and told us to paddle all the way out to catch the first breakers and ride the longest waves. Matt really helped us make the most of the situation at our beginner skill level, and we really benefitted from his long local experience. P.S. get the booties, because the stingrays are nasty without them.

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