Surf Lessons in San Onofre (Old Man's)
San Onofre (Old Man's) is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.
Today's Conditions
Full forecastWaist to chest-high
5s period
8 kph
SE
17°C
Cool — full wetsuit
8.0/10
Great day to surf
Surfing at San Onofre (Old Man's)
We don't have instructors listed at San Onofre (Old Man's) yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.
Best tide
low, mid
Best wind
East, Northeast
Best swell
West, Southwest, Northwest
About surfing in San Onofre (Old Man's)
San Onofre (Old Man's) is a point break located in San Clemente, USA. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.
San Onofre (Old Man's) is a beginner-friendly point break located in San Clemente, USA. This welcoming spot offers gentle, forgiving waves ideal for first-time surfers and those building confidence on a board. Best on West and Southwest swells with East/Northeast offshore winds, it provides a safe and enjoyable learning environment with consistent, manageable waves.
Pack a full wetsuit — the water can be cool. Most instructors include board and wetsuit in the lesson price.
Know before you go — San Onofre (Old Man's)
Here's what you should know about surfing at San Onofre (Old Man's) — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.
The waves
San Onofre (Old Man's) is a point break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.
Best conditions
- Tide: low, mid
- Wind: East, Northeast
- Swell: West, Southwest, Northwest
When to go
San Onofre (Old Man's) has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is cool at 17°C.
Ready to try San Onofre (Old Man's)?
Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.
Looking for surf lessons in San Onofre (Old Man's), San Clemente, USA? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. San Clemente is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.
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