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Avila Beach

A mellow, south-facing beach break tucked in San Luis Bay that fires on stronger SW groundswell and often rewards longboard trims and mellow open faces. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Avila Beach in California.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelBeginner
LocationCalifornia, US
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The Wave

The shallow creek mouth and short sandbar runs mean peaks can shift day-to-day and at low tide waves often close out - watch for rocks near the point when paddling south.

Low-to-mid tides (incoming) are most reliable for shape.

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The shallow creek mouth and short sandbar runs mean peaks can shift day-to-day and at low tide waves often close out - watch for rocks near the point when paddling south.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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