Un Mar de Colores · Beach Guide
Surfing at Coronado Central Beach
Coronado, California — Beach Break with sand bottom
- Skill Level
- Beginner
- Wave Type
- Beach Break
- Bottom
- Sand
- Wave Size
- 1–3 ft typical
- Lifeguard
- Year-round
- Best Season
- Summer
- Parking
- Free street + paid lots
- Un Mar Uses
- Yes
How Un Mar de Colores Uses This Beach
Our primary Coronado and South Bay teaching location. Wide flat sandbar, gentle reform.
Local History & Character
Coronado Central is consistently ranked among America's best beaches for family swimming and beginner surfing, with exceptionally clean sand that glitters from the high mica content.
Know Before You Go — Hazards & Safety
- ⚠Summer crowds
Learn to Surf at Coronado Central Beach
Un Mar de Colores offers free youth programs at this beach. Serving all Coronado families, no cost, all equipment provided.