Goleta Rock
Wave Quality
Regional Classic
Wave Type
Sand-bar
Swell Direction
NorthWest, West, SouthWest
Best Wind
North, NorthWest, NorthEast
Best Tide
Low and mid tide
Goleta Rock Weather Forecast
About
Goleta Rock, tucked away in the gentle embrace of Santa Barbara, is a rare gem for the discerning surfer. This sand-bar break serves up hollow, powerful right-hand waves that dance to the rhythm of northwest and southwest swells, best caught at low to mid tide during a falling tide. The magic happens when the swell reaches 3 to 6 feet, with the spot gracing surfers only a handful of days each year. Surrounded by sandy shores and a short walk from Goleta Beach Parking Lot, it remains blissfully uncrowded, beckoning those brave enough to chase its elusive barrels.
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Location & Access
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