Maverick's Surf Break Pillar Point / Princeton California
Below: Swimming out from Pillar Point on an average day.
Below: An average day. Surfers waiting for bigger waves are seen in the right center of the photograph
as small dots because the break is so far out. A unique subsurface structure focuses waves at Maverick's,
making the waves bigger at Maverick's and smaller to the north and south, and at the same time cutting off the
bottom which forces the crest higher. Note the remains of smaller waves in the far left of the photo.
as small dots because the break is so far out. A unique subsurface structure focuses waves at Maverick's,
making the waves bigger at Maverick's and smaller to the north and south, and at the same time cutting off the
bottom which forces the crest higher. Note the remains of smaller waves in the far left of the photo.
Below: Princeton Harbor as seen from the bluff overlooking Maverick's beach. There are several sea
food restaurants featuring fresh fish and crab caught locally. The area is spotted with hotels and bed and
breakfast inns which can be expensive. Almost all give discounts on weekdays. The area is growing
and traffic is becoming a problem. However, Princeton is still a great get away and within walking
distance to Maverick's break, either along the beach or on paved road.
food restaurants featuring fresh fish and crab caught locally. The area is spotted with hotels and bed and
breakfast inns which can be expensive. Almost all give discounts on weekdays. The area is growing
and traffic is becoming a problem. However, Princeton is still a great get away and within walking
distance to Maverick's break, either along the beach or on paved road.
Below, parking at Maverick's is limited and closes at sunset. The southern tip of Maverick's beach (left). The
northern view of Maverick's beach (right).
northern view of Maverick's beach (right).
Thank you. I hope your enjoyed the photos. Copy Right 2007 Ron G Mahurin
The break at Maverick's is
considered one of the top big
wave surf spots in the world.
Several lives have been lost
to gigantic waves.
Each Spring Maverick's is
host to a big wave surfing
contest featuring pro surfers
from all over the world.
However, most winners are
local. Currently locals await a
decision whether or not
bystanders will be allowed to
watch the competition from
the Beach. Last year several
people were seriously hurt
when big surf pounded the
beach and pulled several
people into the surf.
considered one of the top big
wave surf spots in the world.
Several lives have been lost
to gigantic waves.
Each Spring Maverick's is
host to a big wave surfing
contest featuring pro surfers
from all over the world.
However, most winners are
local. Currently locals await a
decision whether or not
bystanders will be allowed to
watch the competition from
the Beach. Last year several
people were seriously hurt
when big surf pounded the
beach and pulled several
people into the surf.
