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Orange County, California, United States

Bolsa Chica

Beginner Beach break Sand bottom Peels both 0.4–2 m Any tide

A long, consistent stretch of Huntington-adjacent beach with forgiving peaks and a deep beginner-to-intermediate scene. Less aggressive than the Huntington Pier peaks to the south and remarkably reliable through summer south swells.

Hazards

RipCrowds

Conditions

Best swell
S, SW, W
Best wind
NE, E
Season
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Wave size
0.4–2 m
Wave quality
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Consistency
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Crowd
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Coordinates
33.7230, -118.0450

Facilities

ParkingToiletsShowersCafeSurf SchoolBoard RentalLifeguard

Sources