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When it works the break prefers long-period southwest groundswells with light southeasterly offshore.
Mid-to-high tides and a rising tide window generally clean up the peaks.
Surf GuideCalifornia
Manchester Beach
A wild, wide Mendocino beach break with fast, often temperamental lefts and rights that light up on focused southwest energy. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Manchester Beach in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCalifornia, US
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Rips, strong shorebreak and occasional shark sightings make paddle-outs consequential and lineup access is best from the south trail to avoid heavy driftwood fields.
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