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Howzit, brah? The waves are epic!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Surfing in Monterey \u2013 Although it is not a surfing powerhouse like Santa Cruz,\u00a0 the Monterey Peninsula does have it hot spots!\u00a0 From the gentle waves at Del Monte Beach \u2013 perfect for beginners \u2013 to the bigger, more unpredictable waves that require much more advanced skills, Monterey has the surf that can cater to just about any skill level.<\/p>\n Always play it safe.\u00a0 Most of the area’s surf is very dangerous and should only be ridden by advanced surfers.\u00a0 If you are unfamiliar with a particular surf spot, be sure to seek advice from a local surf shop or ask a local surfer about the overall conditions of the surf and how safe it is.<\/p>\n Click here for locations in Half Moon Bay<\/a> (85 miles north) and Santa Cruz<\/a> (40 miles north)<\/p>\n Big Sur Station #1 Big Sur, CA\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 667-2315<\/p>\n The beach and park are is still relatively undeveloped and offers visitors great hiking and beachcombing.<\/p>\n 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 646-6440<\/p>\n The beach is unprotected from the open ocean so great caution should be used.\u00a0 Because of the rocky bottom and riptides, this is best left to experienced surfers.<\/p>\n Located north of Fisherman’s Wharf, this is one of the safest areas for the beginning surfer.\u00a0\u00a0 The area is also a great beginning to intermediate SCUBA dive spot.<\/p>\n Ocean View Blvd. and 17th St., Pacific Grove, CA<\/p>\n The 4.4 acre community park is great for picnicking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and of course surfing.<\/p>\n 16 miles north of Monterey on Highway 1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 649-2836<\/p>\n The area is popular for offshore fishing, surfing, windsurfing and horseback riding.\u00a0 Water sports can be very hazardous because of the rip currents.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n || \u00a0WannaSurf<\/a>\u00a0 \u2013\u00a0 A free illustrated atlas of Monterey Area surfing with maps of surf spots, detailed descriptions and photos.\u00a0 All the best weather and forecast maps. An interactive environment provides messages, reports and data editing. <\/span><\/p>\n ||\u00a0 South Bay Surfriders<\/a>\u00a0 \u2013\u00a0 Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA<\/p>\n 3770 The Barnyard, Carmel, California\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 915-0362 <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Howzit, brah? The waves are epic! Surfing in Monterey \u2013 Although it is not a surfing powerhouse like Santa Cruz,\u00a0 the Monterey Peninsula does have it hot spots!\u00a0 From the gentle waves at Del Monte Beach \u2013 perfect for beginners \u2013 to the bigger, more unpredictable waves that require much more advanced skills, Monterey has […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":4210,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" Howzit, brah? The waves are epic!<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\r\n Over the last five decades surfing has become a large part of the Santa Cruz culture. With 11 world-class surf breaks such as Steamer Lane and Pleasure Point, it is easy to understand why so many dedicated surfers have an attraction to Santa Cruz, and why some of the greatest surfers in the world call it home!<\/p>\r\n Click here for locations in Half Moon Bay<\/a> (45 miles north) and Monterey<\/a> (40 miles south).<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n \u00a0<\/p>\r\n Santa Cruz is considered one of the best surfing locations in California. From the gentle waves at Cowell Beach \u2013 perfect for beginners \u2013 to the more advanced skill requirements of Steamer Lane, Santa Cruz has the surf that can cater to just about any skill level.<\/p>\r\n Capitola, CA \u2013 A good spot for beginners. Also, when conditions allow, it can be perfect for longboards.<\/p>\r\n Major rating websites rate Capitola Beach 4 to 4.6 stars out of 5.<\/p>\r\n Address: Capitola Village Santa Cruz \u2013 Located between the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and West Cliff Drive, the area is a great spot for beginner's, and for riding the waves on a longboard. It is also home for surf and windsurf schools.<\/p>\r\n Major rating websites rate Cowell's Beach 3.5 to 4 stars out of 5.<\/p>\r\n Address: 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Santa Cruz' Most Famous Surf Spot -- <\/strong><\/em>Steamer Lane (also known as Steamer's Lane or Steamer's) is probably the most famous surf spot in Santa Cruz. It's definitely for the more skilled and adventurous surfer.<\/p>\r\n Because this is such a prized surf location, use caution because the local surfers can be a little possessive and tend to apply a very strict code of conduct for those that use the waves.<\/p>\r\n Steamer Lane is home to the O'Neill Cold Water Classic surfing competition. It is also where Jack O'Neill developed the modern wet suit for surfing.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n Major rating websites rate Steamer Lane 4.5 stars out of 5.<\/p>\r\n Address:<\/strong> 700 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060\u00a0 Although it's still a very popular spot for surfing, the area has gone through a major transformation over the last decade or so. Like much of Santa Cruz, it's moved away from being a local surf Mecca lined with small beach cottages to something much more affluent with large multimillion dollar homes. But because its rocky bottom point break creates some fantastic surf, it is and probably always will be one of the most popular surfing areas in Santa Cruz.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n Major rating websites rate Pleasure Point 4 to 4.5 stars out of 5.<\/p>\r\n The beautiful bluffs, beach and surf play host to surf fishing, surfing, and other recreational activities. The waves can get really big with strong rip currents! It can also get very windy!<\/p>\r\n Address: 1445 San Andreas Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076\u00a0 Half Moon Bay's Most Famous MONSTER WAVE Surf Spot. For more information, go to https:\/\/explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/surfing\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n Half Moon Bay Surfing<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 45 miles north of Santa Cruz. WannaSurf<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n A free illustrated atlas of Santa Cruz Area surfing with maps of surf spots, detailed descriptions and photos. All the best weather and forecast maps. An interactive environment provides messages, reports and data editing. For more information go to: https:\/\/www.wannasurf.com\/spot\/North_America\/USA\/California\/Santa_Cruz\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n Lighthouse Field State Beach<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n Provides information on the park next to Steamer Lane.<\/p>\r\n Address:\u00a0Santa Cruz, CA 95060\u00a0 Surfer's Museum<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\r\n Provides information on the surf museum that is located inside the old lighthouse at Lighthouse Field.<\/p>\r\n Located in:\u00a0Lighthouse Point Park Surfrider Foundation<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\r\n A nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches.<\/p>\r\n Address: 2222 E Cliff Dr #234, Santa Cruz, CA 95062\u00a0\u00a0\nMonterey Surfing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
\nAndrew Molera State Park<\/a>\u00a0 \u2013\u00a0 Big Sur, CA<\/h3>\n
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Asilomar Beach<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"Del](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/sports\/Del-Monte.jpg?w=1080\")
Del Monte Beach<\/a> \u00a0 \u2013\u00a0 Monterey<\/h3>\nLover’s Point<\/a>\u00a0 \u2013\u00a0 Pacific Grove<\/h3>\n
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Moss Landing<\/a>\u00a0 \u2013\u00a0 between Monterey and Watsonville<\/h3>\nAdditional Surf Links:<\/h2>\n
\nThey provide surf Lessons and rentals in Carmel.<\/p>\n\r\n\u00a0<\/div>\r\n\r\n![\"General](\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/sports\/general-surf.jpg\")
General Surf Conditions<\/h3>\r\nCapitola Beach<\/h3>\r\n
Website: https:\/\/www.capitolachamber.com\/things-to-do\/beaches\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\nCowell's Beach<\/h3>\r\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 420-5270
Website: https:\/\/www.cityofsantacruz.com\/government\/city-departments\/parks-recreation\/parks-beaches-open-spaces\/beaches-aquatics<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n![\"Mavericks\"](\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/sports\/steamers2a.jpg\")
Steamer Lane<\/h3>\r\n
Phone:<\/strong>\u00a0(831) 420-5270
Website:<\/strong> https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Steamer_Lane<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n![\"Steamer](\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/sports\/steamers1a.jpg\")
Pleasure Point<\/h3>\r\nManresa State Beach<\/h3>\r\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 724-3750
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=545<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\nMavericks<\/h3>\r\nExpand your search area to include:<\/h2>\r\n
Monterey Surfing<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 40 minutes south of Santa Cruz.<\/p>\r\nAdditional Surf Links:
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Phone:\u00a0(831) 429-2850
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=550<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n
Address: 701 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060\u00a0
Phone:\u00a0(831) 420-6289
Website: https:\/\/www.cityofsantacruz.com\/government\/city-departments\/parks-recreation\/facilities\/surfing-museum<\/a><\/p>\r\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 476-7667
Website: https:\/\/santacruz.surfrider.org\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n