Huntington Beach Pier, Northside

Huntington Beach Pier, Northside is a pier break in Huntington Beach, CA, covered by a free live cam from City of Huntington Beach.

About the Break

The sandbars flanking the pier produce a consistent, punchy beach break that’s hosted major pro contests over the decades. The north side tends to get a bit more shelter from south swells than the south side. As a pier break, it draws a range of skill levels, but the pilings themselves are a real, fixed hazard worth respecting, especially in bigger swell or a strong current.

Surf Etiquette at Pier Breaks

Pier breaks add one real hazard beach breaks don’t have: the pilings themselves. Give them a wide berth, especially in bigger swell or onshore wind where currents can push you sideways into them, and never assume the wave will let you cut it close. Etiquette-wise, the usual rules apply — the surfer closest to the peak has right of way, don’t drop in on a rider already up — but pier peaks often draw a steady crowd since the structure itself tends to shape a consistent peak, so expect more people sharing fewer waves than at an open beach break nearby.

About the Cam Host

The cam is provided by City of Huntington Beach, the municipal government of the City of Huntington Beach, California, providing city services, departments, and public records. Watch Live Cam →

Location & Access

Huntington Beach Pier, Northside sits on the Pacific coast in Huntington Beach, Orange County, California. See the California surf guide for the full regional picture →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Huntington Beach Pier, Northside surf cam free to watch? Yes — every cam in the directory is free and public, no login required.

Where exactly is the camera? At City of Huntington Beach in Huntington Beach, CA — see the map above.

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