Even in winter there is great surf all the way down the coast. It is worth the trip to catch the big wave surfers riding the mountains of Maverick’s during the huge winter swells. If big wave surfing is not your thing then huge variety of other surfing spots will see that you have an enjoyable trip. Get yourself a car and a couple of boards and cruise up and down Highway 1 between Santa Cruz and Half Moon Bay.
During the winter months in Southern California the Santa Ana kicks in, which delivers offshore conditions on big Pacific Swells and generates pure glass surf. With the miles of beach breaks shared between Huntingdon Beach and Santa Cruz it makes you want to pack your bags right now! If you are looking for mild weather all year, easy quality waves to reach and surf, then California is the choice for you and you will not be disappointed. Top spots to visit if you get a chance are Steamer Lane, Malibu and Rincon. Use the links below to find out more in depth information on California surf spots and waves.
Surfing California – The Good
Offshore Offshore Offshore
Huge Variety Of Surf Spots
Easy Access To Surf Spots
Surf California – The Bad and the Ugly
Cold In Winter (and cold water year round)
Crowds (of very good surfers)