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Half Moon Bay, California, United States

Pillar Point 8 - Maverick's Beach

Pillar Point 8 at Maverick's Beach near Half Moon Bay is a famous big-wave surfing location unsuitable for general swimming due to extreme ocean conditions. This advanced location is for experienced surfers only; rip currents and massive waves create deadly hazards for swimmers. Do not enter the water here; watch from shore instead.

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Satellite view of Pillar Point 8 - Maverick's Beach

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Location
Half Moon Bay, California, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
advanced
Coordinates
37.4972, -122.4997

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