Waddell Beach surf forecast

Davenport · California (Santa Cruz County) · United States

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Better known for windsurfing and kiting, but gets surfed on the days the wind goes light. Beach break open to northwest swell.

Break

beach break, lefts and rights; faces WSW

Level

intermediate

Best swell

W, WNW, NW

Best wind

NE, E, ENE (offshore)

Best tide

mid tide

Season

Autumn to spring

Typical size

1-3 m

Crowd

medium

Hazards

strong wind; cold water; rips

Nearby spots

• Scott Creek, Davenport
• Davenport Landing, Davenport
• Natural Bridges, Santa Cruz
• Mitchell's Cove, Santa Cruz
• Cowell's, Santa Cruz
• Capitola Jetty, Capitola

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