Manresa

Manresa

Santa Cruz, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Regional Classic

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

North, NorthWest, SouthWest, South

Best Wind

SouthEast, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

All tides

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About

Manresa Beach, nestled in Santa Cruz, offers a classic beach-break where waves dance both right and left across sandy bottoms. The surf thrives on swells from the north and southwest, starting to work at under three feet and holding strong up to over six. With rising tides the best times to ride, the waves are often rippable, less crowded, and can even rival bigger spots when conditions align. Here, the winds from the southeast and east create a canvas for surfers seeking both challenge and serenity.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityRegional Classic
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerrippable
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorth, NorthWest, SouthWest, South
Best WindSouthEast, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionAll tides
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

Address330 Ingalls St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
City / AreaSanta Cruz
Zip Code95060
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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What kind of wave is Manresa?

Manresa is a beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Manresa?

Manresa is rated regional classic for wave quality.

What swell works best at Manresa?

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

What wind is best for Manresa?

The best wind for Manresa is southeast, east, northeast.

What tide is best for surfing Manresa?

Manresa works best at all tides on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Manresa?

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Where is Manresa?

Manresa is a surf spot in Santa Cruz, California, USA.