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Works best on low tide with a clean W-WNW long-period swell and light E-NE winds.
Waves often improve on the early incoming/rising half of the tide.
Surf GuideCalifornia
Third Reef
A tucked Shelter Cove reef that produces fast, sometimes hollow lefts and long rights that light up on low, solid W-WNW swells. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Third Reef in California.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCalifornia, US
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The lineup sits a short walk south of Deadmanās and is protected by the coveās headlands - expect a sharp reef floor and strong currents.
Sharks and jagged rock are noted local hazards.
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