Seal rock

Seal rock

Sonoma, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Point-break

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West

Best Wind

SouthEast, East

Best Tide

All tides

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About

At Seal Rock in Sonoma, California, the waves break with a barrel's power over sharp reef and coral, inviting both right and left rides. Located at latitude 38.291859 and longitude -122.458035, this point-break comes alive with swells from the Northwest and West, ideal when they reach 8 to 10 feet, holding strong up to 16 feet or more. The tide is forgiving here, as it works well at all stages, but be wary of the rocky bottom beneath. Surfers find solace in the normal wave quality, where the ocean whispers tales of adventure and the thrill of the chase.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomReef (coral, sharp rocks etc..)
Swell SizeStarts working at 2.5m-3m / 8ft-10ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West
Best WindSouthEast, East
Best Tide PositionAll tides
Best Tide MovementRising and Falling tides

Location & Access

AddressBodega Rock off Doran Beach, Bodega Bay, CA 94923
City / AreaSonoma
Zip Code95476
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Seal rock Questions

What kind of wave is Seal rock?

Seal rock is a point break with right and left waves over a reef (coral, sharp rocks etc..) bottom.

How good is the surf at Seal rock?

Seal rock is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Seal rock?

Seal rock works best on a northwest, west swell. Swell size: starts working at 2.5m-3m / 8ft-10ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over.

What wind is best for Seal rock?

The best wind for Seal rock is southeast, east.

What tide is best for surfing Seal rock?

Seal rock works best at all tides on rising and falling tides.

Where can I stay near Seal rock?

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Where is Seal rock?

Seal rock is a surf spot in Sonoma, California, USA.