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When it works the wave lines up on northwest to west-groundswells and cleans up with light northeast-to-north winds.
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Bee Hives
A secret, steep-access reef off Terranea that punches short, hollow right-handers - powerful on NW-W groundswell and nearly empty when it fires. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Bee Hives in California.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCalifornia, US
Live conditions
- Waves 1-2 ft
- Period 6 s
- Wind W 11 kt
Tide curve (forecast)
0.2 ftfalling
- Low2.2 ft
- High5.6 ft
- Low0.2 ft
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Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
The put-in is a steep cliff trail and the reef is jagged with frequent sea urchins - bring reef booties and expect sharp, unforgiving bottom contact.
Best shape is usually at mid-to-high tide when the reef bites into a faster, hollower right.
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