Beach BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Waddell Creek

Northern Santa Cruz beach break. Also a famous windsurfing and kitesurfing spot. Powerful waves when the swell is pumping.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E/NE)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

Santa Cruz

Region

Santa Cruz

Coordinates

37.0960, -122.2785

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