Surf GuideCalifornia
Cortez Bank
A remote, cathedral-scale offshore reef that produces infrequent, very large right-hand walls for expert tow- or paddle-surfing missions. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Cortez Bank in California.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelExpert
LocationCalifornia, US
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The Wave
Getting here requires a long offshore run or liveaboard - remoteness greatly raises consequence from wipeouts and complicates rescue.
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Reef and big-pelagic sightings are reported.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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