The Wave
When a long-period W-SW groundswell fills the beach and winds back E-ESE (offshore from the highway), expect the cleanest peaks.
Rising to mid tide usually improves shape while falling tides expose rocks and tight rips.
Surf GuideCalifornia
Garrapata
A remote Big Sur sand-and-rock beach that lights up on solid west groundswells, offering peaky lefts and rights with a heavy undertow and rock hazard mix. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Garrapata in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCalifornia, US
Forecast
- Waves 3-4 ft+
- Period 14 s
- Wind N 7 kt
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Spot Guide
Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
The shore hides rocky monoliths and strong rip/undertow lines-exercise caution when exiting and avoid low-tide rock scrambles.
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