Reef BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Garbage Beach (North County)

Reef break in Solana Beach named for the old landfill nearby. Quality peaks on solid swells. Less known to visitors. Good reef structure.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

San Diego

Region

North County

Coordinates

33.0050, -117.2790

NOAA Buoy

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