Bolinas

beginner
·river-mouth·Bolinas, CA
Map of Bolinas
Break
river-mouth
Skill
Beginner
Rating
Reviews
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Parking nearby
🏄Beginner friendly
Restrooms
Sharks
Rip currents
Rocks

About This Spot

Tucked in behind Duxbury Reef, Bolinas offers soft rolling waves at the mouth of a lagoon – perfect for beginners and longboarders. The sandbars shift but there's usually a mellow left breaking off the jetty and a right across the channel.

Local Etiquette

Be respectful of the tight-knit community; stay off private property and don't litter.

Local Knowledge

Insider tips from local surfers

Spot Summary
Break Type
river-mouth
Best Swell
W–NNW
Best Wind / Tide
NE–SE / 1.5–5 ft
Amenities
Parking
Restrooms
Showers
Hazards
  • Rip currents
  • Rocks near low tide
  • Localism varies by peak
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