Goat Rock

Goat Rock

Sonoma, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West

Best Wind

West

Best Tide

Low and mid tide

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About

At Goat Rock in Sonoma, California, the waves roll in from the northwest, peeling left over a sandy bottom punctuated by scattered rocks. When the swell hits, it can hold up to 6 feet, delivering barrels that beckon the bold. The best time to ride is at low to mid tide, when the power of the ocean reveals its true character. Here, the west winds whisper through the pines, and the surfers chase the horizon, seeking both solitude and thrill.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionLeft
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSand with rock
Swell SizeStarts working at and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West
Best WindWest
Best Tide PositionLow and mid tide
Best Tide MovementN/A

Location & Access

AddressGoat Rock, CA 95421, USA
City / AreaSonoma
Zip Code95421
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Goat Rock Questions

What kind of wave is Goat Rock?

Goat Rock is a beach break with left waves over a sand with rock bottom.

How good is the surf at Goat Rock?

Goat Rock is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Goat Rock?

Goat Rock works best on a northwest, west swell. Swell size: starts working at and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+.

What wind is best for Goat Rock?

The best wind for Goat Rock is west.

What tide is best for surfing Goat Rock?

Goat Rock works best at low and mid tide.

Where can I stay near Goat Rock?

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Where is Goat Rock?

Goat Rock is a surf spot in Sonoma, California, USA.