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Best beach towns for a solo surf trip on a budget?

Kai Sutton 7/26/2026 10:46pm

Hey fellow Californians, I'm planning a solo surf trip soon and I'm looking for some advice on affordable beach towns to check out. I've been to Malibu and Santa Cruz before but this time I want to explore something new that won't break the bank. Any suggestions on places with good waves and not too many tourists?

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