Un Mar de Colores · Beach Guide
Surfing at IB Pier
Imperial Beach, California — Beach Break with sand bottom
- Skill Level
- Beginner
- Wave Type
- Beach Break
- Bottom
- Sand
- Wave Size
- 2–6 ft typical
- Lifeguard
- Year-round
- Best Season
- Fall–Winter (post-storm)
- Parking
- Free lot
- Un Mar Uses
- Yes
How Un Mar de Colores Uses This Beach
Primary Imperial Beach teaching location — WHEN water quality is safe. Tijuana River sewage flows regularly close this beach.
Local History & Character
Imperial Beach sits at the southern terminus of California and is the closest beach to the US-Mexico border. The Tijuana River mouth is 2 miles south.
Know Before You Go — Hazards & Safety
- ⚠Transboundary sewage closures
- ⚠Cross-border currents
- ⚠River mouth hazards
Learn to Surf at IB Pier
Un Mar de Colores offers free youth programs at this beach. Serving all Imperial Beach families, no cost, all equipment provided.