Reef BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Indicator (Palos Verdes)

Named because when it's breaking it indicates the swell is big. Quality reef break wave. Long paddle from the cliff base. Uncrowded due to access difficulty.

Reef break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, SW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (NE)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

Los Angeles

Region

Palos Verdes

Coordinates

33.7715, -118.3975

NOAA Buoy

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