Glen hollow

Glen hollow

Santa Cruz, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

West, SouthWest, South

Best Wind

N/A

Best Tide

Mid tide

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About

Glen Hollow in Santa Cruz, California, is a sandy beach-break where the waves come alive under a mid rising tide. Here, swells from the west, southwest, and south build from less than a meter and can reach up to two meters or more, offering rippable rides for the adventurous spirit. The beach stretches wide, inviting surfers to carve through the walls of water, while the backdrop of cliffs reminds one of nature's raw beauty. Catch it on a good day, and you’ll ride the rhythm of the Pacific, feeling the pulse of the ocean beneath your board.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionN/A
Wave Powerrippable
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionWest, SouthWest, South
Best WindN/A
Best Tide PositionMid tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressSanta Cruz, CA, USA
City / AreaSanta Cruz
Zip Code95061
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Glen hollow Questions

What kind of wave is Glen hollow?

Glen hollow is a beach break over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Glen hollow?

Glen hollow is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Glen hollow?

Glen hollow works best on a west, southwest, south swell. Swell size: starts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+.

What tide is best for surfing Glen hollow?

Glen hollow works best at mid tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Glen hollow?

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Where is Glen hollow?

Glen hollow is a surf spot in Santa Cruz, California, USA.