Surfing

Surfing is a big part of the lifestyle in California and there is great surf to be had all the way down the coast. It is worth the trip to catch the big wave surfers riding the mountains of Maverick's off Half Moon Bay during the huge winter swells. If big wave surfing is not your thing then huge variety of other surfing spots will see that you have an enjoyable trip. Get yourself a car and a couple of boards and cruise up and down Highway 1 between Santa Cruz and Half Moon Bay.

During the winter months in Southern California the Santa Ana kicks in, which delivers offshore conditions on big Pacific Swells and generates pure glass surf. With the miles of beach breaks shared between Huntington Beach and Santa Cruz if you love surfing then you will want to pack your bags right now! If you are looking for mild weather all year, easy quality waves to reach and surf, then California is the choice for you and you will not be disappointed. Top spots to visit if you get a chance are Steamer Lane, Malibu, Santa Cruz, Huntington Beach or Rincon.

If you have not tried surfing, before then it is easy to have a go as beginner’s lessons are readily available and a great way to spend a morning on the beach in between the sunbathing!

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