Davenport
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I really like this spot it can get really good,it"s basically a morning spot,or late evening,weekends can be crowded but plenty of waves a "hit or miss" spot.
Atmosphere:
very mellow vibe,you might see some oldtimers drinking beer hanging out on the road watching the surfers,but nothing to worry about,just say hi to them,if you surf davenport in the morning you might have it to yourself or with a couple of guy"s out.
Additional Info:
davenport can be a very fun wave between 3-5ft the left is best but the right is good too.it can be shifty at times,very easy paddle out,but if davenport is over 5ft beware it"s got da juice,and will leave your board tombstoneing in the white water if you choke on the drop,surf it in the mornings or in the late evenings,parking is on the road.
Location
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take highway 1 north from santa cruz, make a left onto swanton the spot is on the left, and you can park on either side of the road.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Reef (rocky) |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Power | Hollow, Powerful, Fun, Ledgey |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | NorthWest |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | North, NorthWest |
| Swell size | 3ft-5ft - 8ft+ |
| Tide | Mid and high tide |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
Rocks, Sharks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
1.15 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
2.70 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
3.17 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Boulders |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |