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Lowers reliably lights up on S to SW long-period swells with light E/NE offshore breezes.
Mid to mid-low tide windows are most consistent for clean, high-performance walls.
Surf GuideCalifornia
Trestles (Lowers)
A high-performance benchmark in U.S. Surfing culture, Lowers serves long, mechanical cobblestone walls that anchor progression sessions and major contest history. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Trestles (Lowers) in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCalifornia, US
Forecast
- Waves 2-3 ft
- Period 11 s
- Wind SW 3 kt
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Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
Cobblestones and a compact peak concentrate the pack - expect heavy crowds, fierce jockeying and occasional urchin hazard at the takeoff.
Access requires a bit of walk-in and respect for local line-up rules.
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