The Pier
The Huntington Beach Pier is one of the longest on the West Coast. The surf breaks on both sides are world-famous. The pier plaza buzzes every evening of the year.
Orange County · Coastal California
Huntington Beach
Surf City, USA — the title is official and the waves make the case every single morning.
Why Huntington Beach
The Surf City Standard
Huntington Beach earned its nickname. Ten miles of unbroken Pacific coastline, the world's most prestigious surf contest, and a beach culture that runs year-round without apology.
The Strand & Beach Path
Eight-plus miles of paved beachfront path running the full length of the city. Bikes, runners, rollerbladers, and surfers hauling boards — all day, every day.
Bolsa Chica Wetlands
One of Southern California's most important coastal wetlands, right in the middle of the city. Over 300 bird species documented — a birder's paradise in a surf town.
Downtown HB
Main Street and PCH at the pier have evolved from kitschy to genuinely good — craft breweries, farm-to-table restaurants, and surf shops that have earned their walls.
Local Spots
Where HB Lives
Beyond the pier and the tourist circuit, Huntington Beach has neighborhoods with real depth.
Dwight's Beach Concession
The beach institution since 1932 — hot dogs, drinks, and the feeling that nothing here has changed, and that's exactly the point.
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve
A 1,400-acre coastal wetland alive with herons, egrets, and migratory shorebirds. The boardwalk loop is one of the most peaceful hours in OC.
Huntington Surf & Sport
The flagship surf shop that helped define the culture. Boards, wetsuits, and the surf check on the webcam that locals swear by.
Mother's Market
The OC's original natural grocery — health-forward, community-rooted, and the kind of lunch counter that makes the shopping trip worthwhile.
Bolsa Chica State Beach
The bonfire-friendly stretch north of the pier. Reserve a fire ring and make an evening of it — the HB tradition that never gets old.
Fred's Mexican Café
Right on the pier plaza — rooftop deck, strong margaritas, and the best sunset seat at the surf competition.
On the Calendar
What's On in Huntington Beach
The event calendar here runs to the rhythm of the swell — and the swells are always good.
Vans US Open of Surfing
When: Late July · Huntington Beach Pier
The world's largest surf competition — 500,000 spectators, world-championship surfing, skateboarding, and BMX. The biggest week of the year.
Surf City Nights
When: Year-round · Tuesdays · Main Street
Street fair every Tuesday evening — farmers market stalls, entertainment, and a Main Street energy that locals rely on year-round.
HB Airshow
When: October · Huntington Beach Coast
Military and performance aircraft along the coast — the Blue Angels make this one of the best airshows in the West.
Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
When: July 4th · Downtown Huntington Beach
The largest Fourth of July parade on the West Coast, followed by the biggest fireworks show on the OC coast.