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Nelscott Reef

Oregon's premier big wave spot. Breaks half-mile offshore at Lincoln City. Massive, cold-water big wave surfing. Tow-in and paddle-in on the biggest days.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW

Swell Size

15–40 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Expert

Location

County

Oregon

Region

Central Oregon Coast

Coordinates

44.9800, -124.0230

NOAA Buoy

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