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    Half Moon Bay, CA: 1 Surf Breaks | Reef | Quiver
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    Best Surf Beaches in Half Moon Bay

    3.9·14 reviews
    1 beaches

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    1 spots

    Mavericks

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    One of the most famous big-wave spots on Earth, Mavericks breaks a half-mile offshore over a shallow reef, producing giant right and left walls when long-period NW swells march in. Only expert big-wave surfers with safety teams should attempt it.

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    Featured Beaches(1)

    Mavericks

    Advanced

    One of the most famous big-wave spots on Earth, Mavericks breaks a half-mile offshore over a shallow reef, producing giant right and left walls when long-period NW swells march in. Only expert big-wave surfers with safety teams should attempt it.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    About surfing in Half Moon Bay

    Half Moon Bay has 1 surf spot. They break down by skill level: 1 advanced.
    The top-ranked surf spots in Half Moon Bay are: 1. Mavericks (3.9/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
    Half Moon Bay's surf spots are generally suited for intermediate to advanced surfers. Beginners should check individual spot reports for days with smaller, mellower conditions.
    Water temperatures in the area range from 55-72°F. In summer, spring suit or 3/2mm is typical. In winter, bring 4/3mm.

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