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Stinson BeachThe surf here is all sandbars and pretty fickle. It likes a southwest swell the best and generally high tide is preferred. You need clean conditions. It is not quite as exposed as say, Ocean Beach, but definitely not very protected. I have only surfed it a few times myself. It really isn't somewhere you would drive far out of your way just for surfing. There are dangers, of course, and whitey the shark attacked a surfer here in 2002. He survived with 100 stitches. It is however, a nice beach to take the family to, and a nice place to grab a bite to eat. There is a large grassy park area with grills next to the beach. This beach is great for a picnic, and maybe visit nearby Muir Woods, and what the heck....pack the surfboard. If all else fails, you can grab your bodyboard and ride the many closeouts available to you. If it's a warm summer weekend the traffic and parking can be tough, so go early to beat the masses. This is one of the few beaches in Northern California that has lifeguard stations. Sometimes there even lifeguards in them...but don't count on it. They are suppose to staff them From May through September. The beach here has convenient parking, bathrooms, and shower points, all of which contribute to it's popularity.
Stinson Beach as seen from the air.
If the surf really sucks and you're still itching for a few waves....well, you could drive a little ways North towards Bolinas. Just remember to look for the left turn since there never seems to be any sign up. Nearby Surf Shop Live Water Surf Shop, 3450 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach CA 94970 (415) 868-0333 Do you like Stinson Beach? Does it suck?Do you have a great story about this? Share it! What Other Visitors Have SaidClick below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
Stinson Beach 1969
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