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B!

4.1 — based on 24 community signals
4.4 12 species 53 contributors

B! is a year-round surf spot in the United States with active community engagement and consistent local sessions.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago

At a glance

Activity
surf
Marine life
Nudibranch

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3.8 kn
Wave
1.14 m
Water
16.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SW (31%)
Now: WSW (255°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.47m

Next: Low at 00:00 (-0.44m)

+0.9 m0 m-0.6 m
▼ 00:00 · -0.44m ▲ 07:00 · +0.4m ▼ 10:00 · +0.36m ▲ 17:00 · +0.79m Now -0.4m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV6.55 · high Air PM2.510 · good 06:52 19:10
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 7.2 1.16 7 0mm
09-19 5.3 1.26 7 0mm
09-20 6.2 1.3 6 0mm
09-21 7.1 1.14 6 0mm
09-22 7.2 1.48 6 0mm
09-23 6.7 1.5 6 0mm
09-24 4.9 1.26 6 0mm

About this spot

B! sits in the United States as a reliable surf destination that works throughout the year. The break attracts local surfers and has built a solid community culture around it. With 12 species observations logged and 3 community videos available, you can tap into real local knowledge before paddling out. The spot operates outside any marine protected area, giving it accessible status for visiting surfers. Local community members actively document sessions and share insights about conditions, making it easier to plan your visit. The year-round availability means you can time your trip based on swell windows rather than seasonal restrictions. Whether you're a local or traveling in, B! offers the kind of grassroots surf experience where word-of-mouth knowledge and community video clips matter more than polished marketing. Check the latest community videos to see current conditions and get a feel for what the break serves up.

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Marine life

Nudibranch

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 120V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8662km · ~1992kg · €36

FAQ

Can I surf B! year-round?

Yes. B! is a year-round destination, so you can plan trips based on swell forecasts and your schedule rather than seasonal windows.

What marine life should I expect?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at B!. Check community uploads and local reports for current wildlife activity before your session.

Are there access or permit restrictions?

B! is not located inside a marine protected area, so standard beach access rules apply. No special permits are required for surfing.

How do I learn about current conditions?

Three community videos are available showing real sessions at B!. These clips give you the best preview of what the break looks like and how it's working.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Adventure Sports Unlimited

2.1 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Fr 11:00-19:00, Sa 10:00-18:00

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

270 records · 38 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Sept 2025
×3records

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 Oct 2024
×3records

Mesocentrotus franciscanus

Red Urchin adult
Echinoidea · Strongylocentrotidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×39records
Depth:
5–21 m

Strongylocentrotus purpuratus

Purple Urchin recruit
Echinoidea · Strongylocentrotidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×36records
Depth:
4–21 m

Pisaster giganteus

Giant Spined Star
Asteroidea · Asteriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×26records
Depth:
5–15 m

Cryptochiton stelleri

Gumboot Chiton
Polyplacophora · Acanthochitonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×12records
Depth:
5–15 m

Patiria miniata

Bat Star
Asteroidea · Asterinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×12records
Depth:
5–21 m

Cucumaria miniata

Orange Sea Cucumber
Holothuroidea · Cucumariidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×11records
Depth:
7–20 m

Dermasterias imbricata

Leather Star
Asteroidea · Asteropseidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×10records
Depth:
9–21 m

Tethya californiana

Orange Puff-Ball Sponge
Demospongiae · Tethyidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×10records
Depth:
5–20 m

Henricia leviuscula

Blood Star
Asteroidea · Echinasteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×8records
Depth:
4–21 m

Ceratostoma foliatum

Leafy Hornmouth
Gastropoda · Muricidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Nov 2023
×8records
Depth:
5–14 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Christian Surfers Promo Video

Christian Surfers United States

The Beach Boys - Surfin' U.S.A. (Lyric Video)

The Beach Boys
💬 3 top comments
  • Thank you for your band's iconic music, Brian. R.I.P

    @matthewgg9286 · 👍 517
  • R.I.P. Brian Wilson

    @ruben_mf · 👍 785
  • The Beach Boys were a music genre.

    @rggndfw · 👍 49

Surfin' U.S.A. (Stereo)

The Beach Boys
💬 3 top comments
  • Fun Fact: The drummer for the Beach Boys was the only member who could actually surf.

    @Frank4Short69 · 👍 3300
  • Me: sitting at school learning about the quadratic formula My brain:

    @mr.blister4856 · 👍 2400
  • Those SpongeBob songs from 1999:

    @Bettyboopboop_be_Doop · 👍 40

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "The Cove center at UCSC has now been moved to Hahn student services."

    anonymous · 2026-02-14
  • "onosm.org submitted note from a business: Name: American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification addr:housenumber=2960 addr:street=Soquel Avenue addr:city=Santa Cruz addr:postcode=95062 Phone number: (800) 733-2767 Website: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/cpr?utm_source=OPENSTREETMAP&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=website Description: Emergency training Accepted payment methods:"

    anonymous · 2026-01-09
wind peaks Apr-May-Mar, calmest Dec-Oct-Nov, dry Mar-Nov.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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