Monkey Point

Monkey Point

San Mateo, California, USA
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Wave Quality

World Class

Wave Type

Point-break

Swell Direction

North, NorthWest, West

Best Wind

South, SouthEast, East

Best Tide

Low and mid tide

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About

Monkey Point, nestled in San Mateo, California, offers world-class left-hand point breaks that thrill the soul. The waves rise from the north and northwest, powerful and barreling, breaking over sharp coral and rocky reefs at low to mid tide, especially during a falling tide. Swell sizes that start at 5 to 6 feet can reach upwards of 10 feet, attracting those who seek both challenge and beauty in the ocean. Be cautious of the sharp bottom, for the ocean is as fierce as it is alluring.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityWorld Class
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionLeft
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomReef (coral, sharp rocks etc..)
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorth, NorthWest, West
Best WindSouth, SouthEast, East
Best Tide PositionLow and mid tide
Best Tide MovementFalling tide

Location & Access

AddressMontara, CA, USA
City / AreaSan Mateo
Zip Code94401
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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What kind of wave is Monkey Point?

Monkey Point is a point break with left waves over a reef (coral, sharp rocks etc..) bottom.

How good is the surf at Monkey Point?

Monkey Point is rated world class for wave quality.

What swell works best at Monkey Point?

Monkey Point works best on a north, northwest, west swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+.

What wind is best for Monkey Point?

The best wind for Monkey Point is south, southeast, east.

What tide is best for surfing Monkey Point?

Monkey Point works best at low and mid tide on falling tide.

Where can I stay near Monkey Point?

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Where is Monkey Point?

Monkey Point is a surf spot in San Mateo, California, USA.