Scott's Creek

Scott's Creek

Santa Cruz, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West, SouthWest

Best Wind

SouthEast, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

Mid and high tide

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About

Scott's Creek, nestled in Santa Cruz, California, is a beach-break that offers rippable waves, both right and left, on a sandy bottom. The surf thrives on Northwest, West, and Southwest swells, coming alive at 3 to 5 feet and holding up to 8 feet when conditions align. Best surfed during mid to high rising tides, the spot is often uncrowded, with the wind favoring the Southeast during summer months. Watch for rips and rocks, for nature is both beautiful and fierce here.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerrippable
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West, SouthWest
Best WindSouthEast, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionMid and high tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressScott Creek Beach, Hwy 1, Davenport, CA 95017, USA
City / AreaSanta Cruz
Zip Code95061
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Scott's Creek Questions

What kind of wave is Scott's Creek?

Scott's Creek is a beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Scott's Creek?

Scott's Creek is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Scott's Creek?

Scott's Creek works best on a northwest, west, southwest swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+.

What wind is best for Scott's Creek?

The best wind for Scott's Creek is southeast, east, northeast.

What tide is best for surfing Scott's Creek?

Scott's Creek works best at mid and high tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Scott's Creek?

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Where is Scott's Creek?

Scott's Creek is a surf spot in Santa Cruz, California, USA.