Bolinas Jetty Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Bolinas Jetty Surf Guide
It's not a real hot surf area, but decent if the winds are howling out of the NW and you don't feel like dealing with heavier waves farther north. The Sea Drift Road (east) side of the lagoon mouth sees some fun rights when the bars are correctly formed, while the Wharf/Brighton Road (west) side of the lagoon mouth produces surfable lefts. The waves in Bolinas generally have to be small to be rideable, and usually best on mid-high tide.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Beginner-Intermediate
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Nothing really once you get in the water. Big hangout for big sharks, though.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Prevalent on key days, but there's always a chance you'll score it solo or with a few others.
Spot Rating
Poor
Kinda fun.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Not too bad.
Water Quality
Clean
Minimal and nothing really to worry about.
Hazards
Errant longboards and hungry sharks.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard
Access
Through the town of Bolinas for the west jetty: take Olema-Bolinas Road from Highway 1 and turn left onto Wharf Road. For the east jetty, take Highway 1 and turn onto Calle del Arroyo, which becomes Sea Drift Road, and follow it to the end.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
March-October
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