Moat creek

Moat creek

Mendocino, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Reef-rocky

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West, SouthWest

Best Wind

East

Best Tide

Mid tide

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About

Moat Creek, tucked away in Mendocino, California, offers a rippable right-hand reef break that thrives under the right conditions. The waves, born from the northwest and southwest swells, can start small but hold their power up to ten feet when the tide rises just right. The atmosphere is stark and eerie, the cliffs looming like silent sentinels, while the murky waters hint at lurking dangers beneath. Surfers must tread carefully; the rocks are sharp, and the locale breathes a spine-tingling reminder of its wildness, perfect for those seeking an adventure amid nature's raw beauty.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeReef-rocky
Wave DirectionRight
Wave Powerrippable
BottomBoulders
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West, SouthWest
Best WindEast
Best Tide PositionMid tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressMoat Creek Beach, 27101 Shoreline Highway, Point Arena, CA 95468
City / AreaMendocino
Zip Code95468
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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What kind of wave is Moat creek?

Moat creek is a reef-rocky break with right waves over a boulders bottom.

How good is the surf at Moat creek?

Moat creek is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Moat creek?

Moat creek works best on a northwest, west, southwest swell. Swell size: starts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+.

What wind is best for Moat creek?

The best wind for Moat creek is east.

What tide is best for surfing Moat creek?

Moat creek works best at mid tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Moat creek?

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Where is Moat creek?

Moat creek is a surf spot in Mendocino, California, USA.