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Backyards in Oahu offers expert-level reef breaks with reliable waves, best in offshore south-southeast winds.

Baby Haleiwa is a beginner-friendly reef break in Oahu with inconsistent but fun waves, especially in summer.

Avalon Pier in North Carolina offers consistent surf with northeast swells and works best with offshore west winds.

Avalanche in Oahu offers consistent reef breaks with left-hand waves, ideal for beginners and less crowded spots.

Asilomar in Monterey is a beach and reef break with reliable waves suitable for beginners and intermediate surfers

North Assateague (The Wedge) offers consistent surf year-round with left-handers at high tide, ideal for beginners.

Arpoador in Rio de Janeiro offers consistent beach breaks with warm waters and powerful left-hand waves.

Army Beach offers inconsistent reef breaks with left and right waves, best in northwest swells and south-southeast winds.

Arica is a reliable reef break in Lima with consistent waves, best surfed in winter with southwest swells.

Ano Nuevo in San Mateo is a beginner-friendly beach and reef break with inconsistent waves, best in spring and summer.

Andrew Molera State Park in Monterey offers a mix of beach and point breaks with inconsistent waves and cold water.

Anna Maria Key in Florida features consistent beach and pier breaks, ideal for beginners with northwest swells and east winds.

Aligator Rock offers reliable reef breaks with left and right waves, best in mid-tide conditions and northwest swells.

Ala Moana Bowls in Oahu offers consistent south-southeast swells with expert-level reef breaks and summer conditions.

Acapulquito-Costa Azul offers inconsistent but fun beach and reef breaks perfect for beginners in Baja Sur Mexico.

Acid Drops in Kauai offers consistent reef breaks with left and right waves, ideal for intermediate surfers.

Abras is a challenging reef break in Fernando de Noronha, Brazil, offering expert-level waves during summer with west-northwest winds.

Abalone Cove in LA County offers a left-breaking reef break with clean groundswells, best in summer with north winds.