Overview
Corona Del Mar Jetty is a right-hand sandbar that peels off the east jetty at the Newport Harbor entrance in Orange County. It throws a long, carvable right over a sand bottom, but it's an inconsistent break that only comes together on the right setup. When it does line up, it's a decent, rewarding wave worth the wait.
When It Works
The break draws swell from the south through southwest, with a south (S) swell the best match, and it breaks as a right-hander. It works from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3.7 m / 12 ft, so it wants some real size before it turns on. The season runs across spring, summer, and autumn.
Wind and Tide
Look for a north (N) offshore wind to hold the wave up. It's best around low tide, with a rising tide the better call as the water fills back in.
Local Tips
This one suits intermediate surfers, and it takes a wide range of boards, from shortboards and fish to funboards, longboards, and bodyboards. The lineup tends to stay fairly quiet with a somewhat reserved feel.
Access
Park in the paid car park nearby. You'll find restrooms, showers, and lifeguard cover on hand.
