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West Coast Paddle Sports

4.0 — based on 22 community signals
4.3 12 especies 30 colaboradores

West Coast Paddle Sports offers year-round surfing access on the U.S. West Coast with consistent community engagement and documented species observations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

De un vistazo

Actividad
surf
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Nudibranquio

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
7.4 kn
Olas
0.9 m
Agua
23.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WNW (30%)
Now: NW (305°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.62m

Próxima: Alta a las 08:00 (+0.48m)

+1.1 m0 m-0.6 m
▲ 08:00 · +0.48m ▲ 16:00 · +0.81m ▼ 00:00 · -0.32m ▲ 07:00 · +0.54m Ahora -0.2m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV7.2 · high Aire PM2.510 · good 06:34 18:50
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 7.9 0.96 7 0mm
09-19 8.3 0.94 7 0mm
09-20 8.6 0.94 7 0mm
09-21 8.8 0.88 7 0mm
09-22 9.7 0.92 7 0mm
09-23 8 0.9 7 0mm
09-24 8.7 0.82 7 0mm

About this spot

West Coast Paddle Sports is a year-round surf destination on the United States coast with proven community activity and documented marine observations. The spot operates outside marine protected areas, offering flexible access for surfers of all levels. With 12 recorded species observations and 3 community videos, the break has established a foundation of local knowledge and user-generated content that helps visitors understand conditions and marine life encounters. The community aspect makes it valuable for both beginners seeking local insight and experienced surfers looking for current conditions and seasonal patterns. Year-round viability means you can plan trips across any season, though individual months may vary in swell quality and weather. The spot's open access status simplifies logistics compared to protected areas with permit requirements. Species documentation on file provides baseline context for marine encounters, useful if you're interested in local ecology alongside your session. Community videos offer real footage of actual conditions rather than marketing material, giving honest previews of what to expect.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Estados Unidos: 87 Sitios desde Manantiales hasta el Océano Abierto

Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Vida marina

Nudibranquio

Tipos de buceo

Costa

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 9408km · ~2164kg · €39

Preguntas frecuentes

Is West Coast Paddle Sports good year-round?

Yes. The spot is documented as a year-round destination, meaning you can find rideable conditions across all seasons. Individual months vary, so check community content for seasonal swell and weather patterns before booking.

What difficulty level is this break?

Difficulty data isn't specified. Check the 3 available community videos to see real footage and assess whether the waves suit your skill level.

What marine life might I encounter?

12 species observations are recorded at West Coast Paddle Sports. Review available species data to prepare for potential marine life encounters during your session.

Do I need permits or special access?

The spot is not inside a marine protected area, so access is straightforward. No protected-area permits are required. Check local beach regulations for any parking or entry rules.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Spear Shack

3.1 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

87 registros · 41 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Octopus bimaculoides

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ene 2026
×2registros

Ophionereis annulata

Ophiuroidea · Ophionereididae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ene 2026
×2registros

Stenoplax conspicua

Polyplacophora · Ischnochitonidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ene 2026
×2registros

Pisaster ochraceus

Asteroidea · Asteriidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×4registros

Anthopleura sola

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×4registros

Panulirus interruptus

Malacostraca · Palinuridae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×3registros

Megathura crenulata

Gastropoda · Fissurellidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×3registros

Austraeolis stearnsi

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×2registros

Pollicipes polymerus

Maxillopoda · Pollicipedidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×2registros

Haliotis fulgens

Gastropoda · Haliotidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Felimare californiensis

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Tegula eiseni

Gastropoda · Tegulidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

West Coast Surfing with Pacific Surf Co.

Claybob Adventures
💬 1 top comments
  • 🤙

    @flychica6586 · 👍 0

Find your flow with West Coast Paddle Sports 🏄‍♀️☀️

West Coast Paddle Sports

East Coast Surfer vs. West Coast Waves w/ BASIS Paddler Trainer

Lucas Hildreth
💬 3 top comments
  • Yeww so stoked to see you surfing NorCal! Ripping!

    @Thestokeage · 👍 1
  • Love the Paddle Trainer! Exactly what I need

    @BoardObsession · 👍 0
  • You scored some great waves! West Coast dreaming! 🤙

    @scottmcwave9479 · 👍 1
wind peaks Jun-May-Aug, calmest Nov-Jan-Dec, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
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rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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