Dawn patrol surfing in Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach, California

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

First light in Pebble Beach means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 2 spots are worth the 5am alarm.

Sunrise

6:12 AM
First Light: 5:42 AM

Day length: 14h 5m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:12 AM

First light: 5:42 AM

Sunset

8:18 PM

Last light: 8:48 PM

Data from Ghost Tree· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:12 AM

Sunset

8:18 PM

Day Length

14h 5m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:13 AM

Sunset

8:17 PM

Day Length

14h 4m

Sat, Aug 1

Sunrise

6:14 AM

Sunset

8:16 PM

Day Length

14h 2m

Sun, Aug 2

Sunrise

6:15 AM

Sunset

8:15 PM

Day Length

14h 0m

Mon, Aug 3

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

8:14 PM

Day Length

13h 59m

Tue, Aug 4

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

8:13 PM

Day Length

13h 57m

Wed, Aug 5

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

8:12 PM

Day Length

13h 55m

Best dawn patrol spots in Pebble Beach

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Featured Beaches(2)

Ghost Tree

Intermediate to expert

Rare, expert-only big-wave reef off Pescadero Point. This should be treated as a research-only listing unless Quiver has a dedicated expert and big-wave context.

Spanish Bay / South Moss Beach

Intermediate

Exposed Pebble Beach beach break with lefts and rights. Southeast wind, west swell, and low tide are the favorable research inputs.

Dawn patrol access guide for Pebble Beach

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

Ghost Tree
reef
expert

Rare, expert-only big-wave reef off Pescadero Point. This should be treated as a research-only listing unless Quiver has a dedicated expert and big-wave context.

Early access

Not a casual paddle-out. Access, rescue planning, equipment, and local knowledge are critical.

Parking

Access is tied to Pebble Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Vehicle entrance rules and fees may apply.

Spanish Bay / South Moss Beach
beach
intermediate

Exposed Pebble Beach beach break with lefts and rights. Southeast wind, west swell, and low tide are the favorable research inputs.

Early access

Plan for paid vehicle access unless already inside Pebble Beach. Motorcycles are prohibited on 17-Mile Drive.

Parking

Access is generally via 17-Mile Drive. Pebble Beach gate fees and rules may apply, with vehicle access typically open sunrise to sunset.

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 Pebble Beach

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 Pebble Beach

Dawn patrol in Pebble Beach 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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