At a glance
Break type
Beach
Wave direction
Both
Best swell
W (SW–NW window)
Ideal size
3–8 ft
Best tide
Mid-low
Consistency
Consistent
Peak season
Jan–Dec
Nearest airport
SAN · ~20 mi
About this spot
Fast, powerful beach break under the La Jolla cliffs fed by a deep canyon — bigger and heavier than its neighbors.
Location
32.8883, -117.2517
Photos
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