Peñascal Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SSW
Wind
NE, ENE
Surf Height
Overhead to quadruple overhead
Tide
Low.
Peñascal Surf Guide
A fairly heavy righthander. Bowly and shallow, shifty and a bit technical, with occasional rock hazards -- but the ride can be long. At low tide the wave ledges in certain sections, but is generally thick at all times, moving a lot of water. It picks up a lot of swell and is a consistently good place to check and surf, but it is not easy to master.
Ability Level
Intermediate
BegIntAdv
Intermediate
Local Vibe
Welcoming
WelcomingIntimidating
Mellow.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
MellowHeavy
Can get crowded, but the wave takes care of it.
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
Fun.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
LightExhausting
Medium
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
Clean
Hazards
Turning your back to the ocean.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Gun
Access
Simple.
Bottom
Rock.
Best Season
March-October
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