About This Beach
Swami’s Beach is a legendary surf spot named for the Self-Realization Fellowship hermitage and gardens situated on the bluff above. Made famous in the Beach Boys’ song “Surfin’ USA,” this beach features a consistent right-hand point break that attracts skilled surfers from around the world. Access to the beach is via a staircase from the small clifftop park, which offers benches with panoramic ocean views. At low tide, extensive reef areas become exposed, creating fascinating tide pools rich with marine life. The beach’s spiritual connection to the meditation gardens above gives it a unique, peaceful atmosphere despite its popularity with the surfing community. Facilities are minimal, emphasizing the natural coastal experience.