Shops range from retail stores focused on board sales and gear tune-ups to dedicated surf schools offering private and group lessons. Finding the right spot depends on whether you need beginner-friendly soft-top rentals, advanced custom shaping, or guided stand-up paddle tours. A map pin shows location, but it will not tell you if a shop provides wetsuit rentals, certified instructors, or local tide guidance.
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Iron Cross Surfboards
2107 San Elijo Ave, Encinitas, CA 92007-1825
Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–5pm
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Progression Surf
828 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Keep Searching Surf Co.
422 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Tue–Sun 11am–5pm
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Bing Surfboards
974 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Encinitas Surfboards
107 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Concept Surf Shop
215 W D St, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Ding King Surfboard Repair
585 Westlake St, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Grandview Surf Shop
1650 N Coast Hwy 101 Ste c, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Hang Zen Surf + Sea
1694 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024-1001
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Fins Unlimited
585 Westlake St, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Eli Howard Surf School
2100 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92007
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Hansen Surfboards
1105 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Moonlight Beach Surf Camps
400 B St, Encinitas, CA 92024
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D Street Board Room
555 2nd St, Encinitas, CA 92024-3550
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Little Groms Surf Camp
Moonlight Beach, 215 W D St, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Surfy Surfy Surf Shop
974 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024-2051
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Catch Surf
745 S Coast Highway 101 Ste J-106, Encinitas, CA 92024-4450
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Board Meeting Usa
1470 Encinitas Blvd PMB 249, Encinitas, CA 92024-2930
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Surf Paradise
144 W D St, Encinitas, CA 92024-3569
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Progression Surf
828 N Coast Highway 101 Ste A, Encinitas, CA 92024-2055
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Carlsbad Beach
Carlsbad Beach, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Boneyard's
Encinitas, CA 92024
More in Encinitas and California
Surf Shops & Schools near Encinitas
- San Diego75
- Oceanside65
- San Clemente56
- Huntington Beach49
- Santa Cruz35
- Malibu23
- Ventura22
- Newport Beach21
Good to know
What is usually included with a surfboard rental?
Most shops include the surfboard, leash, and a block of wax with standard daily or hourly rentals. Wetsuits or rash guards are sometimes included, but some locations charge a small extra fee for neoprene gear depending on the water temperature.
Do I need prior experience to book a group surf lesson?
No, beginner group lessons are designed for first-time surfers and typically cover land-based safety, popping up, and basic ocean awareness before getting into the water. Instructors stay in waist-deep water to assist students with catching soft-top waves.
How much do surf lessons and board rentals typically cost?
Daily board rentals often range from $25 to $50 depending on the board type, while group lessons typically cost between $75 and $150 per person for a two-hour session. Private lessons or specialized SUP tours generally cost more.