Mavericks

Wave

Wave TypeReef - Rocky
Wave DirectionRight
BottomReef (coral, sharp rocks etc..)
Wave PowerFast, Ledgey, Powerful
ReputationLegendary
Wave Length (best)Long, 150 to 300 meters
Wave Height Min8-10 ft/2.5-3 m
Wave Height Max16 ft+/5 m+

Swell & Wind

Swell DirectionNorthWest
Best Wind DirectionEast
Swell Size Min2.5m
Swell Size Max3m+

Tide

Best Tide MovementRising Tide

Experience & Equipment

FrequencyOccasionally
Paddle OutDifficult

Crowds & Access

Crowd (Weekdays)Few Surfers
Crowd (Weekends)Few Surfers
Access DistanceIn the city
Walk DescriptionShort walk (5-15 mn)
Easy to FindYes
Public AccessYes
Access NotesPaddle > 20mn or Boat

Water & Hazards

Water QualityClean

Best Time to Surf

Best SeasonJanuary, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December

Seasonal Conditions

Jan-FebMar-AprMay-JunJul-AugSep-OctNov-Dec
WetsuitFull Suit 4/3Full Suit 4/3Full Suit 4/3Full Suit 3/2Full Suit 3/2Full Suit 4/3
Water Temp13°C13°C13°C15°C15°C13°C
Air Temp12°C16°C18°C19°C21°C16°C
ClimatePartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnySunnySunnySunnyPartly Cloudy/Sunny