Pendleton Surf Club Annual Surf Contest

Annual Surf Contest

Pendleton Surf Club Annual Surf Contest

Serve Together. Surf Together.

DatesOctober 8-11, 2026
LocationChurches, San Onofre.
Pendleton Surf Club Annual Surf Contest flyer

The Annual Surf Contest brings military families, veterans, active duty service members, and supporters together for a memorable weekend of surf, service, and community at Churches.

Contest Flow

Four steps to contest weekend

Complete the required items early so check-in is smooth, base access is handled, and the weekend stays focused on surf, service, and community.

Step 1

Release of Liability

Every contestant must complete the liability waiver before participating.

Sign the Release
Step 2

Register & Camping

Register for your division and reserve competitor or non-competitor camping for contest weekend.

  • 3-night group camping covers October 8 through the morning of October 11.
  • Competitor camping is $100. Non-competitor camping is $150 and includes meals.
Register / Reserve Camping
Step 3

Camp Pendleton Base Access

Only contestants and guests without Camp Pendleton base access need to complete this form.Submit visitor roster information early to help avoid processing delays.

Complete Base Access Form
Step 4

GO SURF!

Once the required steps are complete, all that is left is to show up, paddle out, and enjoy contest weekend.

Contest Merchandise

2026 Contest Promo Shirts Are Available Now

Pre-order an official Contest Promo Shirt and pick it up at the Camp Pendleton Surf Contest. These optional promo shirts are separate from the competitor shirt included with contestant registration.

Back of black unisex 2026 Pendleton Surf Club contest promo shirt

Black Unisex

$25 Pre-Sale

Classic black unisex contest promo shirt for supporters, families, and club members backing the 2026 event.

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Back of charcoal unisex 2026 Pendleton Surf Club contest promo shirt

Charcoal Unisex

$25 Pre-Sale

Charcoal unisex contest promo shirt with official 2026 artwork, made for everyday wear and contest weekend support.

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Back of white unisex 2026 Pendleton Surf Club contest promo shirt

White Unisex

$25 Pre-Sale

Clean white unisex contest promo shirt featuring the official event artwork for the 2026 Annual Surf Contest.

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Back of women's black 2026 Pendleton Surf Club contest promo shirt

Women's Black

$25 Pre-Sale

Women's black contest promo shirt with the official 2026 artwork and a dedicated women's fit.

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Back of women's white 2026 Pendleton Surf Club contest promo shirt

Women's White

$25 Pre-Sale

Women's white contest promo shirt with clean event artwork and pickup-only availability for contest weekend.

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Back of women's charcoal 2026 Pendleton Surf Club contest promo shirt

Women's Charcoal

$25 Pre-Sale

Women's charcoal contest promo shirt with official 2026 artwork and a dedicated women's fit.

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Pickup Details

Contest promo shirts are pickup-only and will not be shipped. At checkout, select Pickup at Camp Pendleton Surf Contest (FREE).

Competitor Shirt Note

The Competitor Shirt is included with contestant registration and is available only to registered competitors.

Event Information

Contest weekend essentials

Key details for contestants, families, volunteers, and supporters so arrival is clear, the schedule is easy to follow, and the focus stays on surf, service, and community.

Contest Weekend

Event Schedule

Once registered, contestants will have access to heats, schedule updates, and relevant contest information through STACT at www.stactapp.com.

Location

Churches, San Onofre

The contest takes place at Churches, San Onofre, bringing together surf culture, military community, and a classic Camp Pendleton setting. Learn more about the break in the Churches surf guide.

Mission

Community First

This event is about more than competition. It is a weekend of connection, service, support, and time in the water together.

Arrive ready. Paddle out together.

Start with the release form first, then register for your division, complete base access if you need it, and grab an optional promo shirt to support the event. Once those pieces are handled, contest weekend is simple: show up, support the lineup, and go surf.