Mavericks Beach, Sand beach in Half Moon Bay, United States
The beach stretches along the northern California coast, featuring steep cliffs and a powerful surf break half a mile from the shore.
In 1967, surfers Alex Matienzo, Jim Thompson, and Dick Notmeyer named the location after a German Shepherd dog who swam out to join them.
The Titans of Mavericks competition, held from 1999 to 2016, brought together elite surfers to challenge waves reaching heights of 60 feet.
Winter months produce the largest waves, while summer offers calmer conditions suitable for beach walks and wildlife observation near Pillar Point Harbor.
The underwater rock formation creates a long, sloping ramp that causes waves to collapse with exceptional force at the surface.
Location: San Mateo County
Address: Pillar Point, Princeton-by-the-Sea, Calif., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019, USA 94019 Half Moon Bay
Phone: +16507281572
Website: https://californiabeaches.com/beach/mavericks-beach
GPS coordinates: 37.49564,-122.49679
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:19
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