DSRT Surf
105 Wave Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260
North America's largest surf lagoon, next to Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert. A 5.5-acre Wavegarden Cove that can make up to 1,000 waves an hour, split into a left side and a right side, plus a separate beginner Bay.
This week's weather in Palm Desert
Pool waves don't need swell, so the forecast here is all about heat and wind.
The waves
Wavegarden Cove · open since Fall 2026
Beginner
Bay and Play
Whitewater in the Bay for first-timers and kids.
Beginner
Learn to Surf
Coached lesson in the Bay with board and wetsuit included.
Intermediate
Easy Longboarding
Soft, peeling Reef waves for cruising.
Intermediate to advanced
Progressive Carving / Critical Turns
Steeper Reef walls built for turns.
Expert
Pro Barrels / Chamber Barrels
Barrel settings with small groups, roughly 9 to 16 surfers per session.
Prices
Prices dropped soon after opening. Reported prices start around $60 for Bay and Play and $100 for Learn to Surf, with Reef sessions roughly $130–$270 depending on setting and day. Check the official booking calendar for current prices.
When it's open
Sessions run daily. Reef sessions are an hour; Bay sessions are an hour or 90 minutes depending on the day. Capacity is limited while the resort finishes opening.
How far ahead to book
Book online through the official DSRT Surf booking calendar. The left and right sides book separately. DSRT hasn't published a booking window, so book early for weekends.
Do they record your clips?
DSRT Surf hasn't announced automatic wave video yet. We'll update this when they do.
Water temperature
The lagoon is not heated, so the water temperature follows the seasons.
Besides surfing
Beach passes for watching, a resort pool and jacuzzi, pickleball, a skate area, and a restaurant coming soon. A hotel and villas are planned later.
Palm Desert weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 65°F | 49°F | 4 | 7 mph |
| Feb | 70°F | 51°F | 4 | 8 mph |
| Mar | 74°F | 53°F | 5 | 9 mph |
| Apr | 86°F | 61°F | 0 | 8 mph |
| May | 94°F | 68°F | 0 | 10 mph |
| Jun | 103°F | 76°F | 0 | 9 mph |
| Jul | 111°F | 83°F | 0 | 9 mph |
| Aug | 107°F | 81°F | 1 | 9 mph |
| Sep | 99°F | 76°F | 1 | 8 mph |
| Oct | 91°F | 67°F | 0 | 8 mph |
| Nov | 75°F | 56°F | 2 | 6 mph |
| Dec | 72°F | 54°F | 2 | 6 mph |
Averages for 2023–2025 from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5). Wind is the typical daily peak.
FAQs
Is DSRT Surf open to the public?
Yes. No membership is required.
Can beginners surf DSRT Surf?
Yes. Beginners surf in the Bay, with coached Learn to Surf lessons.
Is the water heated at DSRT Surf?
No. The lagoon isn't heated, so plan a wetsuit in the cooler months.
Can I come just to watch?
Yes. A beach pass gets you onto the grounds to hang out and watch.
Is there shade?
Yes. There are shaded spots, air-conditioned spaces and water stations around the venue.
Does DSRT Surf record my waves?
Not that they've announced yet.
Sources: DSRT Surf · DSRT Surf FAQs · The Inertia: DSRT Surf dropped prices. Prices and hours change often; always check the pool's official site before you go.
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