Ward Avenue Surf Report & Forecast

California

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Local Knowledge & Surf Guide

Local Knowledge

Ward Avenue in Mendocino County is an exposed beach break with fairly consistent surf, particularly during winter. It performs best on clean groundswells from the west, complemented by offshore winds from the east-southeast. The break features both left and right-hand waves and is notable for rarely being crowded. The most reliable clean conditions are typically seen in January. Surfers should be cautious of hazards such as rip currents, rocks, sharks, and localism.

Best Swell Direction: NW
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: County: Mendocino County | State: California | Country: United States | Road: Mackerricher State Park Road | Full Address: Mackerricher State Park Road, Cleone, Mendocino County, California, United States

Ideal Conditions

This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.

Ideal Swell DirectionW
Ideal Wind DirectionESE

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