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Rincon

Queen of the coast. Three distinct sections — Cove is mellow for beginners, Indicator is a world-class right for advanced surfers. Best on solid west/northwest swells with light offshore winds.

Right point break with 3 sections: Indicator, Rivermouth, Cove

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW

Swell Size

4–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (N/NE)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Beginner — Expert

Location

County

Santa Barbara

Region

South Coast

Coordinates

34.3738, -119.4784

NOAA Buoy

46053

Nearby Spots

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4.3 mi · Point Break · Best 4–8 ft

Stanley's

4.4 mi · Reef Break · Best 3–6 ft

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