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Why it ranks
The main surf beach of San Juan, La Union, lined with surf schools, hostels and cafés along the beachfront strip; the sandy-bottom beach break is where most first-timers take lessons.
Don't miss: Book a one-hour lesson with a local instructor on the beach break and stay for sunset at the beachfront cafés.
Best for: Beginners taking a first lesson and weekenders from Manila who want surf, food and nightlife in one walkable strip.
Good to know: Waves are smallest in April–June; the northeast-monsoon months from October to March bring consistent surf but also the biggest weekend crowds.
Key facts
| Type | surf-beach |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | ₱ |
| Best season | Oct–Mar (north swell); Jul–Oct (south swell) |
| How to get there | Bus from Manila (Partas, Dominion, Farinas) to San Juan, La Union, about 5–6 hours; the beach is a short tricycle ride from the highway |
Score breakdown
| Signal | Points | How it was calculated |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews · 45% weight | 9/45 |
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| Credentials · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Track record · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Transparency · 25% weight | 12.5/25 |
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| Unverified details | −5 | Some details are not yet independently verified |
| Evidence points | 17/100 | #1 in Surfing, Blue Lagoon (Maira-ira Cove), has 44 points |
| Score | 69 | 60 + 39 × (17 ÷ 44)1.5 · How the category score works |
Licences, accreditation & registrations
No licence or accreditation on record yet.
Address
Barangay Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union
Evidence & sources
- google.com/maps/place/Urbiztondo+Beach/@16.6584642,120.3214462,15z/dat — Google Maps place page opened 5 Nov 2026: Urbiztondo Beach, San Juan, La Union, coordinates 16.6584645, 120.3214462 (rating not captured)
FAQ
Where is Urbiztondo Beach?
Urbiztondo Beach is at Barangay Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union.
How much is the entrance fee at Urbiztondo Beach?
₱. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to Urbiztondo Beach?
Bus from Manila (Partas, Dominion, Farinas) to San Juan, La Union, about 5–6 hours; the beach is a short tricycle ride from the highway
How is Urbiztondo Beach ranked?
Urbiztondo Beach has a category score of 69 (17 evidence points) and ranks #4 for surfing in the Philippines on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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