Point Arena Cove
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Don't mind the locals. They're pretty cool.
Location
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Drive up Highway One from SF for 3.5 hours. Turn left when you get to Point Arena, CA population 420. Drive down to the pier and find some parking. If there's no surf then grab a burger upstairs at the bar.
| Walk | Short walk (5-15 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Reef (rocky) |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Bottom | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Power | Powerful, Fun |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | NorthWest, West, SouthWest |
| Swell size | Don't know - Don't know |
| Tide | Mid tide |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
Urchins, Rocks, Sharks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Big River
3.66 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Don't know |
Manchester Beach
27.15 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |