Salt Creek

Salt Creek is a beach break in Dana Point, CA, covered by a free live cam from Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort.

About the Break

Salt Creek is a punchy reef and sandbar setup that peels along a rocky point at the south end of the beach, producing some of the more consistent, well-shaped waves in south Orange County. It handles a wide range of swell directions and holds size well. As a sand-bottom beach break, it’s generally well suited to longboarders, intermediate surfers, and anyone working on their pop-up — more forgiving than reef or point breaks, without a sharp takeoff zone or fixed hazard.

Surf Etiquette at Beach Breaks

Beach breaks tend to be more forgiving on etiquette than reef or point breaks: because the sandbars shift and there’s rarely one single best takeoff spot, the lineup is usually more spread out and less territorial. Still, the basics apply everywhere — the surfer closest to the peak has right of way, don’t drop in on someone already riding a wave, and take a moment to watch the lineup before paddling out if you’re new to it. Every break has its regulars, and a little patience goes a long way.

About the Cam Host

The cam is provided by Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort, a luxury hotel at 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, California, offering guest accommodations, dining, and spa services on a coastal estate. Watch Live Cam →

Location & Access

Salt Creek sits on the Pacific coast in Dana Point, Orange County, California. See the California surf guide for the full regional picture →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Salt Creek surf cam free to watch? Yes — every cam in the directory is free and public, no login required.

Where exactly is the camera? At Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, CA — see the map above.

Are there other free surf cams nearby? Yes — see Nearby Live Cams below.