Sand Dollar
Central California Surf Spots
Surf Guide
The south end of the beach is usually a long, mushy left which dissolves into the channel in the middle of the cove. The rights are speedier, shallower, shorter, bowlier and much more walled. The cove's north end is predominantly a right that also fades into the channel, but it's usually larger and not as shapely as the south peak.
Ability Level
Intermediate
BegIntAdv
Intermediate.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
WelcomingIntimidating
Usually mellow.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
MellowHeavy
Holds plenty, pick your own peak.
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
Fun.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
LightExhausting
Moderate.
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
Clean.
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW, W, SW
Wind
E, NE
Surf Height
Chest high-overhead.
Tide
Medium.