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Davenport

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About

I really like this spot it can get really good,it"s basically a morning spot,or late evening,weekends can be crowded but plenty of waves a "hit or miss" spot.

Atmosphere:
very mellow vibe,you might see some oldtimers drinking beer hanging out on the road watching the surfers,but nothing to worry about,just say hi to them,if you surf davenport in the morning you might have it to yourself or with a couple of guy"s out.

Additional Info:
davenport can be a very fun wave between 3-5ft the left is best but the right is good too.it can be shifty at times,very easy paddle out,but if davenport is over 5ft beware it"s got da juice,and will leave your board tombstoneing in the white water if you choke on the drop,surf it in the mornings or in the late evenings,parking is on the road.

Location

Access

take highway 1 north from santa cruz, make a left onto swanton the spot is on the left, and you can park on either side of the road.

Getting there
Walk
Instant access (<5 min)
Public access
Yes
4x4 required
Unknown
Boat required
Unknown
Wave characteristics
Type
Reef (rocky)
Direction
Right and left
Bottom
Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.)
Power
Hollow, Powerful, Fun, Ledgey
Frequency
Regular (100 days/year)
Normal length
Normal (50 to 150m)
Good day length
Normal (50 to 150m)
Ideal conditions
Wind direction
NorthWest
Swell direction
North, NorthWest
Swell size
3ft-5ft - 8ft+
Tide
Mid and high tide
Tide movement
Rising tide
Crowd
Week
Empty
Weekend
Crowded

Dangers

Rocks, Sharks

Videos

None

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