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DSRT Surf

Explore DSRT SURF in Palm Desert through a location overview and Mark’s original aerial and ground photographs.

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Aerial overview of DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, showing the surf lagoon, surrounding buildings and mountain backdrop on September 10, 2026.

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Pool and lounge deck beside the DSRT Surf lagoon in Palm Desert, photographed September 10, 2026.

Aerial view of the Wavegarden wave generator and lagoon edge at DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, September 10, 2026.

Wide view across the turquoise surf lagoon and central wave generator at DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, September 10, 2026.

Close aerial view of the Wavegarden wave generator at DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, September 10, 2026.

Pickleball courts beside the DSRT Surf lagoon in Palm Desert, photographed September 10, 2026.

Buildings and skate area alongside the DSRT Surf lagoon in Palm Desert, photographed September 10, 2026.

Overhead view of the wave generator, lagoon and nearby pickleball courts at DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, September 10, 2026.

Top-down view of the surf lagoon and shallow beach edges at DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, September 10, 2026.

Overhead view of the lagoon beach, pool and shaded lounge areas at DSRT Surf in Palm Desert, September 10, 2026.

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At a glance

Location: 105 Wave Drive · Palm Desert
Experience: Surf sessions in a Wavegarden Cove lagoon
Levels: Beginner lessons through advanced wave sessions
Reservations: Use the operator’s current booking calendar
Before you go: Confirm the session, conditions and included amenities

Book a surf session

Checked October 23, 2026: DSRT SURF now directs visitors to its booking calendar. Choose a date and wave session, and confirm current conditions, temporary closures and what your reservation includes before heading out.

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Check current sessions and booking information

DSRT SURF is a surf destination in Palm Desert, set among golf courses with the desert mountains as its backdrop. Its Wavegarden Cove lagoon is designed to produce repeatable waves for everyone from first-time surfers to experienced riders, creating a place to learn, practice, or spend the day by the water.

Surfing: Beginner, intermediate, and high-performance wave sessions, with lessons and coaching.
Advertised amenities: Pickleball courts, a skate area, a resort pool, and a jacuzzi.
For spectators: Check current beach-pass options if you want to watch the surfing without booking a surf session.
Plan your visit: Check the official DSRT Surf website for current conditions, available amenities, and reservations.

Photos by Mark Miller / Desert Oasis Insider, September 10, 2026.