The Surf Window

Salmon Creek

NorCal, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

Open ocean beach break with consistent peaks and good sand bar development. Handles swell well with clean shape and long wave walls. Less crowded than southern breaks.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size-W 4-7ft

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Low-Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

September-May

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Peaky, organized

Length

150-300m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate to advanced
  • •Why: Consistent shape, good walls, quality waves

Hazards

  • •Rips on medium swells
  • •Shifting sand bars
  • •Crowded on quality days
  • •Cold water

Local Tips

  • •Sand bars shift seasonally
  • •Great for clean mornings
  • •Less crowded than south
  • •Check swell direction first

Location

Map showing the location of Salmon Creek in NorCal, USA

38.2833, -122.9944