From Hwy 1, north of Half Moon Bay before the Pillar Point breakwater. Parking right at the beach. The breaks (a peak and a beach break) are south of the jetty.
The peak shifts as the sand bar shifts, but is closest to the jetty. Breaks well between tides, but high tides puts the breaks too close to the shore. With a 5' and up swell there are tasty lefts off the peak. The beach break is fine from 3' and up, but often sections. Rocks can be a problem depending on time of year and at high tide.
Overview
Atmosphere
Good spot without the localism of Santa Cruz. Nothing epic, but good rides for most abilities. You can see Mavericks in the distance from the lineup.
General
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When is it best?
Hey guys, I really can't figure out the best time to come here and actually get some decent waves. I was out today and got nothing more than a few 2-footers that lasted about 10 yds. on top of that, tons of sea-garbage as well as pollution. Maybe Ill just go somewhere else???
comment by thera_ice@hotmail.com, 2006-07-29 09:45:43
any advice?
hi I'm going to california for a few days and I really wanted to learn how to surf... I have no idea how to go about doing that. Is this a good place to learn? are the locals nice? has it been really crowded with this heat wave? should I go somewhere to learn, or just try to figure it out? people who I know who surf have given me advice...and what they all say is that I should just struggle it out, and then I'll learn...?
comment by OB, 2005-12-25 05:11:39
soft top
Hey guys! Soft Tops are very welcome here! This is a great spot to learn how to surf.
comment by Dnizzle, 2006-08-18 06:28:05