Dawn patrol surfing in Davenport

Davenport, California

Sunrise and first light times for planning your dawn patrol session.

First light in Davenport means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 1 spots are worth the 5am alarm.

Sunrise

6:43 AM
First Light: 6:13 AM

Day length: 12h 52m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:43 AM

First light: 6:13 AM

Sunset

7:35 PM

Last light: 8:05 PM

Data from Waddell Creek · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:43 AM

Sunset

7:35 PM

Day Length

12h 52m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:44 AM

Sunset

7:34 PM

Day Length

12h 50m

Mon, Sep 7

Sunrise

6:45 AM

Sunset

7:32 PM

Day Length

12h 47m

Tue, Sep 8

Sunrise

6:46 AM

Sunset

7:31 PM

Day Length

12h 45m

Wed, Sep 9

Sunrise

6:46 AM

Sunset

7:29 PM

Day Length

12h 43m

Thu, Sep 10

Sunrise

6:47 AM

Sunset

7:28 PM

Day Length

12h 40m

Fri, Sep 11

Sunrise

6:48 AM

Sunset

7:26 PM

Day Length

12h 38m

Best dawn patrol spots in Davenport

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Featured Beaches(1)

Waddell Creek

Intermediate

Exposed rivermouth and beach break at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Waddell Creek picks up SW, W and NW swells and can deliver punchy peaks and river-mouth walls. Windsurfers and kitesurfers frequent the area when the wind is up.

Dawn patrol access guide for Davenport

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

Waddell Creek
river-mouth
upper-intermediate

Exposed rivermouth and beach break at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Waddell Creek picks up SW, W and NW swells and can deliver punchy peaks and river-mouth walls. Windsurfers and kitesurfers frequent the area when the wind is up.

Early access

Cross the creek if necessary and paddle out through rips; be prepared for long paddles in strong winds.

Parking

Park along Highway 1 at the trailhead to Waddell Beach; there's room for vehicles but no facilities.

Dawn patrol tips

  • Glassy morning conditions before onshore winds
  • Less crowded lineups at sunrise
  • East-facing beaches for sunrise views
  • Spots with easy parking for early arrivals

Surf Guides for Davenport

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
You're here
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
Conditions & wetsuit guide

Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Davenport

Dawn patrol in Davenport typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.

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