Shelter Cove
A few quality reefs at the end of a scenic 24-mile drive west from Redway. Marijuana Central; it's not a wise idea to ask the local surfers what they do for a living. Southwest-facing, so it's primo in spring and autumn, bl... surfline.com
Black Sands Beach
General Description Black Sands Beach is a rare black sand beach within King Range National Conservation Area -- stretching 25 miles. From Shelter Cove, near sea level, the black sands continue past the jagged mountains th... wildernet.com
Gale Point
Never surfed there myself, but it is quite a walk (1.5 miles?) south from Shelter Cove boat ramp. Once you get to Point No Pass (see spot on wannasurf), you HAVE TO paddle around it, then walk on shore for another .5 miles... wannasurf.com
Usal Beach
Once you have found Usal road from Hwy 1,(look for Usal spray painted on the highway) you will follow a dirt road for what seems like an eternity, just enjoy the scenery. After twisting and turning through redwoods you wil... wannasurf.com
Black Sand Beach, Petrolia, California
This is a large, mostly west-facing, black sand beach with offshore reefs just north of the town of Shelter Cove. Black Sand Beach is a picturesque and relaxing beach. The black sand that covers the beach and has given the sp... trails.com
Juan Creek, Rockport, California
This west-facing beach?where Juan Creek empties into the ocean?is located about 22 miles north of Fort Bragg. Juan Creek is a west-facing beach that catches swell coming from any direction. This break can create thick walls t... trails.com