The great northwest in the United States is beautiful country and also one of the many places offering some of the best surfing in the world. There are a wide variety of beautiful surf spots along the Oregon coastline including the central and south regions; however, some of the most popular surf spots are located in the northwest area of Oregon, which offers the best surfing in the world.

Located near Portland, Oregon, Cannon Beach is beautiful and has easily accessible surf breaks that appeal to surfers of all skill levels. Some of the top surf spots include Oceanside, Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, Short Sands located in Oswald West State Park, Indian Beach and Seaside Cove. Short Sands, located off of Highway 101, is the ideal surf spot for beginners. Generally crowded, Short Sands has three parking lots, a campground and public restrooms. This is one of the top spots for beginners to practice. For intermediate to advanced surfers, Seaside Cove is highly recommended. This particular location has a north to southwest swell and is a favorite of long boarders. Surfers to Seaside Cove should take care of boulders and closeout sets.

For beginning surfers, there is a surf camp that provides a well organized and structured but fun curriculum for visitors or locals wanting to take professional surf lessons. One of the top surf camps in the northwest, Oregon Surf Adventures sponsored by Roxy and Quiksilver, offers a Learn to Surf Program. This program is ideal for kids and teens interested in learning to surf as well as amateur surfers looking to hone their skills. Oregon Surf Adventures offers one-day and two-day classes with a well-trained, experienced staff that is trained in CPR and first aid. Oregon Surf Adventures also offers private and custom surf lessons as well as surf groups.

For surfers headed to Oregon to enjoy some of the best surfing in the world, come geared up for the chilled water, swells generated by storms and white sharks. Surfers should also be prepared for some of the most accessible surfing spots and the beauty of Oregon.

El Salvador, a unique and exotic country, is home to some of the best surfing in the world. El Salvador is located in Central America along the west coast in a beautiful, yet challenging geographical area that offers a great number of spots to surf. The country is quite versatile and is comprised of three different types of topography including the central area, which is made up of valleys, volcanoes, and mountains; the southern area, which is made up of a flat coastal plain; and the Sierra Madre and the Lempa River, which makes up the northern area.

The surf spots in El Salvador range anywhere from beginner to advanced with a variety of point and beach breaks to enjoy. Surfers will not have to fight for breaks in El Salvador, because many of the popular spots are not crowded. There are also several secluded beaches that surfers flock to particularly from May to September. Wake surfing is popular in the months of October to April in areas that have sheltered lagoons.

One of El Salvador's attractions that make it one of the spots offering the best surfing in the world is the tropical climate and warm water. Beginners generally do well surfing along the beaches of Costa del Sol; whereas experienced surfers choose to surf the areas accessible by boat such as those along the east coast beaches. Other great surf spots for all levels include El Sunzal, Las Flores, Punta Roca, Zunsal, Bocana, Conchalio, Cocal, Punta Mango, Flor, La Ventana and K59, to name a few. El Salvador is also famous for its right point breaks and awesome waves that break up to 6.5 feet, though certain areas offer gentler breaks that are perfect for beginners just learning to surf.

Surfers planning to enjoy the best surfing in the world should come prepared with board shorts, dry wet bags, boards and other necessary surfing equipment to jump right into form and enjoy the fabulous breaks of El Salvador. Surfers looking for adventure, natural beauty and the versatility of El Salvador will find the country a great choice.

Samoa is a beautiful, unspoiled island that offers the best surfing in the world. Located in the South Pacific Ocean northeast of the beautiful island of Fiji, Samoa is a tropical paradise and greatly immersed in the Polynesian culture and traditional Samoan life. Surfers to Samoa can expect warm waters, consistent and superior waves and multi-direction swell practically year round, although most of the surf spots in Samoa must be accessed by boat.

If planning to travel to Samoa, the best time of year to go is from April to October because of the incredible waves due to Antarctica influences. There are several great surf spots in Samoa that offer the best surfing in the world including: Fagaloa Bay, Falea' puna, Hollow Tree, A'ufaga Village, Salani, Coconuts, Laulii, Boulders and Tiavea. With Samoa being relatively unspoiled, visiting geared-up surfers can expect to dominate the awesome waves of the island. Salani is a great choice for surfers looking for powerful waves, which have been reported to range from 4 feet up to 8 feet.

The south shore of Samoa, such as Upolu Island, is one of the most popular surf spots with surf on the south, north and east along with world class reef breaks. Surfers planning to take on Upolu Island need to have surfing skills of at least intermediate to advanced level, because of the powerful breaks.

Surfers to Samoa can expect warm water year round with temperatures ranging from 80 to 87 degrees. A great rule of thumb to follow if planning to visit Samoa is to visit the south shore sometime from February to April or in October to take advantage of the glassy, clean conditions and the swells. Otherwise the north shore is the place to surf if traveling November to January thanks to north swells that travel from as far away as Alaska.

For surfers planning to surf the north shore, keep in mind that the breaks can be accessed by vehicles. Most resorts have hired professionals to ensure visiting surfers have safe access to the reefs.

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Living in a beautiful city like San Diego and being near the best surfing in the world is a blessing to avid surfers. One of the top spots to surf in San Diego is Sunset Cliffs National Park. The end of the day at sundown has got to be one of the prettiest things in the world to see, but experienced surfers at Sunset Cliffs know that surfing the area is not for the faint of heart.

Visitors to Sunset Cliffs National Park bent on experiencing the best surfing in the world need to be aware of the soft, eroding conditions of the cliffs in the area. The area is very popular and is usually occupied by bikers, surfers, hikers and more. Geared up surfers rant about Sunset Cliffs offering the best surfing in the world.

Sunset Cliffs National Park may not be ideal for beginners, but there are several surfing spots, which offer a somewhat mellow break, including Garbage Beach. There are other places to surf at Sunset Cliffs where the locals hang out like Newbreak. If you visit the area, expect to be challenged as surfers are definitely territorial in this area.

Surfers to Sunset Cliffs can expect west to northwest swells with waves as high as waist to shoulder, depending on the time of year. The average temperature is usually around 60 degrees with a water temperature of 65 degrees.

Because of the topography of the area, paddling out can be a challenge. Surfers should be careful around the jagged cliffs and the rocky bottom in the area. Additionally, there are no lifeguards or public restrooms at Sunset Cliffs. Street parking is available on Sunset Cliffs Boulevard, and there are four public parking areas along the Cliffs area, although they are small. The Inn at Sunset Cliffs is a great place to stay during a visit.

On a good day, depending on the time of year, surfers might just see the California Gray Whale migrating to Baja. Then again, when is there a bad day in beautiful San Diego?

There are many great places to surf in the world, including those that provide a retreat from the daily grind of life and others that offer an edge and excitement with just a hint of danger. Such is the case with surfing Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. There are many excellent spots to surf in the area that have breaks that are awesome enough to handle swell from all directions and all sizes, but there are also a few spots that are famous for forceful, challenging waves.

Located midway along the East Coast is a strip of beach that extends into the Atlantic Ocean and into some of the most incredible waves is the world. This is known as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic," due to the unpredictable currents and full-force swells. It is these same characteristics that draw surfers from all over the world. The area of Cape Hatteras is one of the main attractions for East Coast surfers.

Cape Hatteras consists of approximately 70 miles of barrier islands, which are positioned perfectly to receive swells from the north and south. North swells on Cape Hatteras provide surfers in wetsuits fast and powerful long lefts, where the south swells generate beach break rights, which are somewhat hollow along the north side. Avon and Buxton, located off Highway 12, are particularly popular surfing spots along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Those seeking the best surfing in the world will find solid swells and empty, yet hollow peaks along the stretch of island.

Hatteras Lighthouse, the world's largest brick lighthouse, overlooks the surf and is the destination for surfers descending upon Cape Hatteras. Summer months are the busiest. The rest of the year Cape Hatteras is fairly isolated. Housing accommodations for surfers headed to Cape Hatteras include vacation homes, condos and hotels. To get to Cape Hatteras, fly into either Raleigh-Durham or Charlotte, North Carolina and drive to Cape Hatteras. Other options include flying into Virginia Beach or Norfolk and driving from there.