Mavericks Current Conditions Summary
Mavericks in Half Moon Bay, CA is a reef break, suited for advanced surfers. Current conditions: 2.1 ft waves, glassy, rising. Rideable 2.1 ft surf — keep an eye on conditions. 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. Wait for the largest sets and commit fully; know how to use a vest and safety equipment. Spotters and rescue teams are essential. Forecasts are updated every 3 hours using ML-corrected NOAA models with live buoy data from CDIP, NDBC, and IOOS stations.
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