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Best Places to go Surfing in the United States

The first surfing references were found in Polynesia. Cave paintings from the 12th Century show people riding on waves. In the course of seafaring, Polynesians brought surfing to Hawaii.

Surfing in Hawaii wasn’t only a sport but also an important part of the religion. 

Three teenage Hawaiian princes, David Kawananakoa, Edward Keli驶iahonui and Jonah K奴hi艒 Kalaniana’ole brought surfing to the United States in July 1885.

They surfed the mouth of the San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz on custom-shaped redwood boards.

In 1907, American writer Jack London described surfing as 鈥渢he sport of kings鈥� in an article that was published in multiple magazines worldwide during the following four years.

Word spread, and American interest in surfing grew enough that in 1907, Henry Huntington hired George Freeth to perform surfing demonstrations in Southern California, which grew the sport even further.

Furthermore,  American service members stationed in Hawaii during WWII developed a passion for surfing and helped spread it across the country.

30 million people enjoy surfing as a sport globally and has even become an official Olympic event.

From the famous surfing destinations of Hawaii to California鈥檚 countless top spots and some east coast gems here are the best places to catch a memorable wave.

1. North Shore of Oahu – Hawaii

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Oahu鈥檚 North Shore surfing is the stuff of legend. It is the home of the Triple Crown of Surfing competitions and the birthplace of many world-famous surfers.

Alternately known as the 鈥淪even Mile Miracle,鈥� it has some of the most consistent surf due to its deep water position at the western end of one of the most remote archipelagos in the world.

There is every kind of surf break here, from reefs to points to beach breaks and everything in between.

Some of these breaks have become legendary names in the lexicon of surf history: Sunset Beach, Velzeyland, Gas Chambers, Rocky Point, Waimea Bay, Chun鈥檚 Reef and Haleiwa.

Not forgetting the notorious  Banzai Pipeline, which is regarded as one of the best, if not the best wave in the world.

2.   Santa Cruz – California

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Santa Cruz is one of the top surfing towns, offering everything from gentle waves to massive and dangerous crashing swells.

Steamer Lane and Pleasure Point are the most popular spots, with the latter a favourite for its variety, ideal for both first-timers and the pros.

Steamer Lane hosts the Cold Water Classic Surf Contest and attracts onlookers year-round as one of the most beloved places to surf on the planet.

If you鈥檙e a beginner, Pleasure Point is your better option. Take advantage of the area鈥檚 many other attractions, like the rides and games at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and delicious eats on the pier, enjoyed with a stunning ocean view.

Big wave season lasts from October to April and in the peak season waves swell 30 feet easily, so be realistic regarding your skill level and whether North Shore is the place for you.

3. Huntington Beach 鈥� Orange County

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Huntington Beach is a classic beach break in Orange County, California. It catches any swell on offer and can often have a wave even if other spots along the coast are flat.

Catch that SoCal surf vibe at Huntington Beach, aka Surf City U.S.A. Famous for its year-round swells and rich surf culture, this Orange County city encapsulates the surfer-cool California lifestyle.

Miles of beaches attract surfers to ride excellent waves each of the sandy stretches caters to a different skill level.

Newbies experience the rush of a first paddle-out at the city beach, while the pros shred at Sunset Beach.

The best time to surf is in winter when bigger swells are on offer and the summer crowd is no longer surfing.

4. Malibu – California

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This coastal city has a long surfing history, and there are spots throughout Malibu that are world-renowned for surfing.

You’ll typically find surfers on the water in Malibu about 150 days out of the year, making it a consistent surf spot.

It鈥檚 where the great design leap that was the Malibu Chip board 鈥� smaller, lighter, more manoeuvrable 鈥� happened.

It鈥檚 where Miki Dora famously dropped his shorts at the judges, media and spectators in the 1967 Malibu Invitational.

There might be better-quality waves in California, but nowhere holds more notches in the belt of surf history.

5. Montauk Point – NY

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Escape from New York: Rockaway Beach is a fine place to surf if the subway is your only way out of NYC, but if you鈥檙e trekking out further into Long Island, go all the way to the tip at Montauk Point.

Waves are consistent and there鈥檚 a variety of breaks in the area; sandbar, reef and point breaks can all be found and suit many surfing styles.

Where the North Atlantic meets the gulf is a very powerful wedging wave. It can serve fast, hollow lefts that break for a long time.

Only go out after scouting it out and if you are a really good surfer. Use caution it breaks into rocks too.

6.  San Clemente – California

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This spot is a top choice due to the fact that it churns out the perfect wave for seasoned surfers and learners.

Beginner or pro, San Clemente is one of the best spots in the world to surf. Some of the best surf breaks in San Clemente include Trestles, San Onofre and T-Street.

The surfing culture at San Clemente can be said to be the strongest in America.

At the famous Surfing Heritage and Culture Centre located in the top surf spot, you鈥檒l be thrilled to see how the famous surfboard evolved over the years.

 At the  San Onofre State Park, you are sure to learn more about the surfboard in practical terms.

San Onofre is known as one of the best places to learn surfing. There are plenty of places to rent surfboards if you are a beginner, or from out of town.

7.  Ocean City 鈥� New Jersey

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With its pristine shorelines, surfing in Ocean City is well-loved by both locals and people from all over the world.

Patient surfers are rewarded with perfectly glassy head-high sets and clean swells, year-round.

The Garden State鈥檚 Surf Mecca: Ocean City, NJ is probably the most established surf town in the Northeast and has produced pros like Dean Randazzo, Matt Keenan, Rob Kelly and young enthusiasts alike.

Waves are consistent thanks to the jetties and the locale is south of New Jersey鈥檚 central coast, where bigger waves and less crowded beaches can be found.

8. The Islands of Maui and Kauai – Hawaii

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Kauai is an unobstructed year-round surf destination and both pros and first-timers can find their perfect wave on Maui.

These islands are incredibly scenic and surrounded on almost all sides by wave-friendly coral reefs.

There is a continental shelf here to slow long period (powerful) waves generated by far-off Pacific storms and the water is deep.

Tunnels and Hanalei Bay are famous high-performance spots on Kauai, as are Honolua Bay and Jaws on Maui.

Jaws is known as one of the biggest waves in the world.

9. Cocoa Beach – Florida

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This Florida beach town hosts the annual NKF Rich Salick Pro/Am Surf Fest every Columbus Day Weekend and is the hometown of 11-time world surfing champion

Kelly Slater. It also offers calm, consistent waves that are ideal for beginners. The Cocoa Beach pier is a longboard haven, attracting a regular crew looking for a fun time out on the surf.

It also provides a viewpoint 800 feet over the Atlantic that can be enjoyed at one of the many restaurants and bars serving fresh seafood.

If you鈥檙e in town for Christmas, don鈥檛 miss seeing hundreds of Santas trade their sleigh for a surfboard on Christmas Eve during the annual Surfing Santas event.

10.  Kill Devil Hills 鈥� North Carolina

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Not many surf towns in the country offer the peace of mind you find at Kill Devil Hills on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

This thin strip of land rests far off the East Coast鈥攁nd at times, it feels like it鈥檚 secluded from the outside world. Well, that鈥檚 because it is.

Kill Devil Hills boasts the sickest waves you鈥檒l ever ride. Find beach houses perched on stilts with high tides nearly reaching the doorstep.

This coastal town is also where you’ll find the best tubes on the entire Eastern Seaboard.

While summer sees its fair share of visitors, hitting the water at one of the best surfing cities in the U.S. during winter is an entirely different story.

If you’re an experienced surfer, visit Kill Devil Hills between December and February鈥攊t鈥檒l be you against the epic waves.

11.  Virginia Beach – Virginia

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Surfing in Virginia Beach is the foundation of the resort city. In fact, it is the home to the longest-running surf contest in the world.

The East Coast Surfing Championships are held in August every year. Sure they have bigger waves in Hawaii, but you’ll have just as much fun here and we’re a LOT closer!

If the roots of surfing along the east coast can be traced, it definitely will spring from Virginia Beach. The beach holds dear one of the best surfing cultures in the world.

No year goes by without it holding its prestigious East Coast Surfing Championship. Several wondrous surfing sites in Virginia Beach include Sand bridge beach, First Street Jetty and Croatan beach.

12.  Cortes Bank – California

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Pro big-wave surfer Greg Long is one of the most powerful watermen on the planet and a pioneer in his sport. Here’s why Cortes Bank is his number one surfing spot.

Cortes Bank is 100 miles (160km) off the California coast. There鈥檚 no landmass in sight. The waves get pulled up from 2000ft below, and then they hit this huge seamount really abruptly.

The currents out there are really extreme and it has tons of weird boils and deep spots.

If you like unknown frontiers you will be home, it鈥檚 a bit mysterious and no one really knows all of its faces.

Your horizon line extends 360 degrees, so you鈥檝e got no reference point as to where you are in the lineup.

13.  South Padre Island – Texas

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Most people don鈥檛 associate Texas and surfing, and admittedly, surfing isn鈥檛 too common in the Gulf. But South Padre Island is the one standout spot in the region.

South Padre Island is one of the most-loved surf spots by Texan surfers and offers unique waves for this region of the country.

Thanks to the continental shelf that drops quickly and steeply, you can enjoy beach-break waves that are long and short and have a swell direction of both left and right.

South Padre brings in swells from the North, South and East and is considered Texas鈥檚 most consistent spot.

Generally, Texas waves are flat in the summer but better the rest of the year. Catch swells during hurricane season and you鈥檒l be rewarded for your patience and bravery.

In the United States of America, surfing is widely seen as a lifestyle, that several individuals are quickly adopting.

From 2004 to the present day, surfers in America have increased from 1.4 million to 2.5 million.

This increase can not only be alluded to the fact that surfing is a lifestyle in the country but also due to the several fascinating surfing destinations in the country.