A small, sheltered reef/jetty in Capitola Village that serves up punchy, longboard-friendly rights and a steeper left when a southerly groundswell lines up. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Capitola Jetty in California.
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The Wave
Locally it cleans up with northerly to north-northwest offshore breezes.
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Lineup Guide
The spot responds best to southerly/SSW groundswells (longer period) at mid-tide, while strong low tides expose rocks and increase hazard consequence.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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