Anderson Street

Anderson Street is a beachbreak surf spot in Orange County, California along the north Orange County coast. It’s a local, stretch-of-sand type break that can produce fun waves when the sandbars line up, especially after consistent swell.

What it’s like

• Wave type: Mostly sandbar beachbreak
• Best conditions: Typically likes clean, organized swell with a favorable offshore breeze
• Wave quality: Can be punchy and fun, but often variable because the bottom shifts with sand movement
• Crowds: Usually lighter than more famous nearby spots, though it can still get busy when conditions are good

Surfing character

• Often better suited for intermediate surfers and above, especially when surf is bigger or currents are strong
• On smaller days, it can be approachable and playful
• On bigger swells, it may become powerful and fast, with closeout sections depending on the sandbars

Best time to surf

• Fall and winter often bring the most consistent swell
• Summer can offer smaller, more manageable surf and occasional south swell pulses

Things to keep in mind

• Because it’s a beachbreak, conditions can change quickly from one day to the next
• Check for currents, shorebreak intensity, and shifting sandbars
• Access and exact surf quality can vary based on the stretch of beach and nearby sand formation