Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

Strands Dana Point

Beach break below the bluffs at Strand Beach. Mellow waves good for beginners. Beautiful stretch of beach. Access via staircase from the bluffs.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW, W

Swell Size

2–5 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (NE)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Orange County

Region

South Orange County

Coordinates

33.4610, -117.7100

NOAA Buoy

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