Moonstone

Moonstone

Humboldt, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

North, NorthWest, West

Best Wind

SouthEast, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

Mid and high tide

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About

Moonstone, nestled in the rugged embrace of Humboldt County, offers a beach break that welcomes both left and right-handers, carving its way through sandy bottoms. This spot thrives on swells from the north, northwest, and west, holding up to a robust six feet when the conditions align, particularly at mid to high tide. The waves can be soft and mushy, ideal for those seeking a laid-back ride, yet it can draw a crowd, especially in winter when the surf is most reliable. A keen eye for the southeast to northeast winds will reward you with cleaner lines, making it a cherished gem along the California coast.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powermushball
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorth, NorthWest, West
Best WindSouthEast, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionMid and high tide
Best Tide MovementRising and Falling tides

Location & Access

AddressMoonstone Beach, Trinidad, CA
City / AreaHumboldt
Zip Code95570
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Moonstone Questions

What kind of wave is Moonstone?

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

How good is the surf at Moonstone?

Moonstone is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Moonstone?

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

What wind is best for Moonstone?

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

What tide is best for surfing Moonstone?

Moonstone works best at mid and high tide on rising and falling tides.

Where can I stay near Moonstone?

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Where is Moonstone?

Moonstone is a surf spot in Humboldt, California, USA.