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Wave House

3125 Ocean Front Walk, 2262 Soledad Rancho Road, San Diego, CA 92109
8582289283
Ranked #70 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Water Parks
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Pennsylvania
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

My 2 college age sons, both snowboarders, tried this on our recent vacation. There were 13 people surfing the hour we were there. I think they limit it to 25-30. That would be WAY too many. Ten is about perfect otherwise you spend too much time waiting in line for a 10 second ride (if you are just learning). My... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

The Wave House on Mission Beach was an ideal location for a business meeting after hours. The weather was on the cold side do to an unusual front, but from the photos and videos those who tried the flow ride enjoyed the evening. The food buffets were adequate and the added touch of smores by the fireplace kept people interacting... More

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BC
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

We've been to the Wave House a couple of times. Great people watching on a sunny day and my 13 year old enjoyed boogie boarding on the simulated wave machine. My husband tried surfing this time and took a hard fall. His neck was sore for the rest of our holiday so be forewarned... you can hurt yourself! It's pretty... More

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lake harmony, pa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

Family friendly location just minutes from downtown San Diego. Good viewing area and food service while you're watching the riders on the Flowrider. Our visit was actually June 2010 just after our son returned from a tour in Afghanistan.

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92109
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

If you haven't been to one or seen one its worth checking out. Get a drink or two and watch some people ride the wave.

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Norwood, PA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2011

I was disappointed by the temperature and taste of the food offered at our event, but enjoyed the environment, music, and being right on the beach.

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Newton
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011
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I was visiting friends that lived in the area and I was traumatized by this place at first. My girlfriend is on a team that rides there and she finally got me to cave in and try it. **this is just something you have to do and just not think about it. It was one of the best things and... More

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Newport, Rhode Island
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 July 2011

I am originally from the San Diego area and went back for the first time last year and this year. Wave house is always a good time you don't need to surf to enjoy yourself! Even watching the people surf is a good experience. Not to mention Mission Beach is one of the best beaches in California. I would def... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 July 2011

The only saving grace for this bar is it's location and view of ocean- otherwise it is very overpriced for canned beer (yeah- no beers even on draft). The crowd is usually ultra tourist and locals do not here due to the atmosphere and drink prices. At the most buy one beer for the view but certainly do not buy... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2011 via mobile
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We took our 16&12 year olds to the wave house.its like surfing in a shallow river. The wavehouse is set right on mission beach.it lasts an hour and their were maybe 10 people riding.so the wait to ride wasn't long. When you figure in the cost to ride vs the time spent riding it equals a great value.

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