Originally Surf Pines was unincorporated land and a few developed farms. During the depression in the 1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corp planted thousands of shore pines (pinus contortus) and beach grass to stabilize the dunes. Rows and rows of shore pines now tower in Surf Pines.

In 1944, Barney Lucus, a land developer, began to buy Surf Pines land. He created an unincorporated area and called it Surf Pines. Barney bought a farm near Highway 101 and built Surf Pines Lane to provide access to Surf Pines.  Barney acquired partners (George Malarkey and Miller) to help develop lots.

The partners developed lots in Surf Pines Beach Addition and near Sunset Lake. In the 1950s, Barney deeded property to William Manion, a realtor. Manion built Manion Drive and began to sell property in Surf Pines. Some of the lots that sold were in the Sea  Breeze area.

In 1969, the Surf Pines Association was created to help pay for the upkeep of roads. In the 1980s, properties in the Strawberry Hill area were added to Surf Pines. In the 1990s, properties were developed in the Surf Pines Landing area and in the Silver Spot area. Security gates were added in 1990.

Recent History:

From February to May, Trail's End Recovery cleans up fallen and down trees from Surf Pines common properties and the right of way along roads. The approved $250 assessment for all residents pays for the work.

Horrific Pacific storm hits Surf Pines on December 2 and 3.

Clean-up crews, tree service contractors, and utility workers begin to put Surf Pines back together on December 4.