Dabush (Herzliya)

Dabush is an exposed sandy beach break in Herzliya known for reasonably consistent surf that can work at any time of the year. The beach typically provides both left and right waves, and wave quality is generally rated as good. The spot is often crowded, so lineup management and spacing matter, particularly on high-swell or sunny days. For surfing, conditions are often best early in the morning with southern wind. The spot is especially associated with winter consistency, when the surf season runs from November to April. Swell from the west-southwest (and also west/northwest) is highlighted as ideal, with working swell heights reported up to about 2.4 meters and more generally around 0.5–2.0 meters depending on the description. On very large winter storms (over 3 meters), waves can close out. Wind and sea state strongly affect the surf: light onshore can be manageable, but east and east-southeast offshore tendencies are described for cleaner conditions, while west winds are associated with chop. Exposed nature also means there is limited shelter from cross-shore breezes. If winds are offshore/east, surf tends to be cleaner; if conditions drift toward onshore or choppier wind patterns, expect more texture in the water. Safety-wise, the main operational concern is crowds. Submerged rocks are reported near parts of the beach (notably toward the southern end), and rip currents are possible when swell increases. Lifeguards are described as seasonal and rescue availability as limited—so surfers should arrive prepared, follow designated swimming-area restrictions during peak summer hours, and keep a clear buffer around swimmers and priority surfers.