Drakes Bay Reviews and Ratings
(Marin County, USA)
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Visitor reviews of Drakes Bay surf break
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“It's very, very sharky. It's not an ideal spot if you're looking for good, consistent waves. It takes 40 minutes to walk to the Estero mouth, and 90% of the time, it's not surf-able. Save yourself time and effort.”
Jay from UNITED STATES - 12 Aug 2024
Drakes Bay Ratings
Overall: 2.0. Based on 1 vote and 1 review. Vote
Quality on a good day: 2.0(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 2.0(1: Drakes Bay is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Difficulty Level: 3.0(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Crowds: 4.0(1: Often too crowded. 5: Drakes Bay is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 3.0(1: Getting to Drakes Bay requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |

