Magicseaweed Capitola (2024)

FAQs

Can you surf at Capitola? ›

If you are new to the sport, you don't want to surf just any Santa Cruz beach. Capitola is the best beginner surf spot in town.

Wave height on Magicseaweed tells you the what height wave to expect at the beach. Swell Period tells you how powerful the waves will be and affects the size. Generally surfable conditions are 9 seconds + (for the UK). Look for no wind or light wind on the forecast that's preferably offshore!

There are a lot of "no's" to observe at this beach: no smoking, no dogs, no alcohol, no going in the lagoon etc.

Manresa Beach for Uncrowded Waves

Manresa State Beach is located in southern Santa Cruz County, in the town of Watsonville, and is the perfect place to surf if you're looking for uncrowded waves in Santa Cruz. Manresa is a mile-long sandy stretch of beach break, with countless places to surf along the beach.

HALF MOON BAY, Calif.

– The shape of the California coastline, in combination with a rock formation about 20 miles south of San Francisco, can lead to surf reaching nearly 60 feet high that's known by locals as the Maverick waves.

Surfline has acquired surf forecasting competitor Magicseaweed, the company announced this morning.

Small Waves – 1-3 feet is the best range. Smaller waves this size are gentle, but still powerful enough to push you into shore. Bigger waves can be overwhelming and unsafe for beginners. Lifeguards – It's always best to go to a beach with on-duty lifeguards when you are learning how to surf.

How many seconds between waves is good? ›

Wave period can be measured from trough to trough or from the crest of one wave to the next. Ground swell” refers to a swell that has a wave period of roughly 12 seconds or higher. Wind swell” refers to a swell that typically has a wave period between 1-11 seconds.

Great for beginners; San Jose Ave & Esplanade Capitola, CA 95010. Just to the left of the small rock jetty is where Capitola usually breaks, offering perfect longboard waves when conditions allow.

Monterey, California, is known for its stunning coastline, rich marine life, and vibrant culture. With a variety of outdoor activities, Monterey is also a great surf spot, offering an ideal destination for anyone looking to enjoy a day on the waves.

Capitola City Beach

Lots of swimming, surfing, volleyball, kite flying and beach activities for the whole family. Capitola Beach has been voted a favorite and written up in many magazines as one of the top ten beaches on the west coast.

A leisurely stroll around The Dunes 150 acres reveals its abundant natural pleasures. The mile-and-a-half beach is nationally-acclaimed as one of the finest on the coast of the western United States. It is shallow for hundreds of feet into the sea – excellent for swimming, surfing, skim-boarding, and surf fishing.