San Simeon

San Simeon, California, United States

Ride the wave in sunny San Simeon — a reliable and popular spot among local surfers, with wide beach breaks and chest-high swells.

750 Hearst Castle Rd
San Simeon, CA

Located north of Leffingwell Point, this beach is the south part of Hearst San Simeon State Beach. It can be accessed by a trail that starts at the north end of Leffingwell Landing, and can even be accessed from south of Leffingwell Point at low tide. Surfers enjoy the gentle point break, and the isolated feel of the great flat beach.

San Simeon, CA

Arroyo Laguna Beach is a windsurfing and kiteboarding spot along the northern San Luis Obispo Coast. The beach’s famous afternoon breeze, which can get up to 40 mph, brings out dozens of colorful kites and riders flying high across the ocean’s surface. The beach is at the mouth of Oak Knoll Creek which is commonly called Arroyo Laguna. This is another one of the many beaches that are part of Hearst San Simeon State Park. There is a parking lot for Arroyo Laguna Beach along Highway 1 about two miles north of the entrance to Hearst Castle.

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Located at the north end of San Simeon at Pico Avenue, Pico Creek beach is within walking distance from all San Simeon lodging properties and restaurants. Pico Creek is a popular surf spot for shortboarders, longboarders and kite surfers. The reef here is located at the mouth of the creek, making for some interesting breaks.

San Simeon

San Simeon, California, United States

Calling all beach lovers and adventure seekers. Wind sports are a popular pastime along the Central California shores. A wind sport is considered any outdoor activity that involves or requires wind-power. Whether you are an experienced wind sport junkie or a novice eager to ride the waves, the coastal winds around San Simeon beaches offer an excellent chance to take part in wind sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing. In particular, Arroyo Laguna and Pico Creek are favorite spots among locals, open to anyone looking to catch some air.

San Simeon

San Simeon, California, United States

Windsurfing first emerged amidst the growing surf culture in California during the 1960s. It is best described as a hybrid water sport, somewhere between sailing and surfing. The surfer rides a light board across the water’s surface using the traction force generated by the sail to move. Since its origin, windsurfing has gained a significant following both recreationally and professionally. Windsurfing is a user-friendly activity and is safe for beginners of all ages. The sport of windsurfing undergoes constant re-invention, branching into various forms and modifications over time, including kitesurfing.

San Simeon

San Simeon, California, United States

Kitesurfing, also known as kiteboarding, is a new, extreme-sport version of windsurfing. This fast-paced activity utilizes a “power kite” to catch the wind and propel the rider and his board through the water. Experienced kitesurfers can complete advanced jumps and flips using both the wind and the waves. This activity requires sufficient wind, as well as proper tools and instruction to complete safely. Lessons and rental equipment are available at multiple locations along the coast.