About This Spot
Dillon Beach, California (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in California (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With reliable winds, peaking from January to December, Dillon Beach, California (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Winds lightest in the summer, often dead. Winter weather provides some of the most reliable wind in the area. Winds between 10-30, tending to the high end.
When to Go
You can expect temps from the 50's-70's°F in summer. Area holds the fog, so you can have fog throughout the summer. Definite need for 3-2 mm or 4-3 mm wetsuit.
What to Expect
Northerly swells bring in good chop to the mouth of Tomales Bay. The beach launch can have a nasty break to it. Playground for those who like their waves. Sharky water.
Wind & Conditions
Winds lightest in the summer, often dead. Winter weather provides some of the most reliable wind in the area. Winds between 10-30, tending to the high end.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Northerly swells bring in good chop to the mouth of Tomales Bay. The beach launch can have a nasty break to it. Playground for those who like their waves. Sharky water.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Scenic route: take highway 1 north from San Francisco about 40 miles, until the town of Tomales. Take a left onto Dillon Beach Rd. Go 4 miles along Dillon Beach Road and park in the lot at the bottom of the hill. Direct route: HWY 101 North to Bodega Rd. Follow until it becomes Tomales-Petaluma Rd. Follow to Highway 1, right on Highway 1 (North) into Tomales, then left on Dillon Beach road. 4 miles along Dillon Beach Rd and park in lot at the bottom of the hill. Parking costs $5, large parking lot.
Location
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