Goleta, California
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When Goleta lineups stack up, knowing a backup changes everything. These 2 breaks range from tucked-away reef passes to underrated sandbars that stay empty even on weekend south pulses.
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Top picks
Local crowd levels, parking tips, and access routes to help you find emptier lineups.
Right point with long, soft walls. Best on souths; fun on clean winter wrap.
Share waves; many learners and logs.
Use campus structures; walk paths to the point.
Cliff paths; mind tides at the base.
A sheltered, palm-lined point that offers a slow, mushy right-hander over sand and cobblestones – perfect for beginners and longboarders. It needs a decent west swell to wrap into the cove and works at most tides.
Families and beginners flock here on weekends; check it during weekdays for more room.
Day-use parking is available for a small fee inside the state park; there's a small store for supplies.
Walk down the path to the beach; paddle out from the sandy inside to reach the point.
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