10th Street Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE, E, NE
Wind
N, NW
Surf Height
Waist-overhead high
Tide
Mid to high
10th Street Surf Guide
Typically, a bit smaller than the Washout but less crowded, too. Sometimes breaks more outside with better form and longer lines, but mostly average beachbreak surf.
Local Vibe
WelcomingIntimidating
Not much.
Crowd Factor
MellowHeavy
Less than at the Washout.
Spot Rating
PoorPerfect
Scattered peaks, ideal for all types surfers most days.
Shoulder Burn
LightExhausting
Hard NE and SW winds can produce strong currents, but generally pretty mellow.
Water Quality
CleanDirty
Some runoff pollution after heavy rains.
Hazards
Miscellaneous sea creatures.
Access
Lots of parking.
Bottom
Sand, but beware of rip rap and groins.
Best Season
Late summer, early fall, early spring.
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