At a glance
Break type
Reef/Point
Wave direction
Both
Best swell
WSW (S–NW window)
Ideal size
4–12 ft
Best tide
Mid-low
Consistency
Very Consistent
Peak season
Jan–Dec
Nearest airport
SJC · ~45 mi
About this spot
Santa Cruz icon — a cold-water, big-walled right point off the cliffs with several powerful peaks and serious crowds.
Location
36.9517, -122.0233
Photos
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