Beach BreakIntermediate — Advancedyear-round

Huntington Cliffs

Beach break south of the pier along the cliffs. More power and less crowds than the pier area. Multiple peaks.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, SW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (NE)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

Orange County

Region

Huntington Beach

Coordinates

33.6420, -117.9820

NOAA Buoy

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