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.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Not much.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

MellowHeavy

Less than at the Washout.

Spot Rating

Poor

PoorPerfect

Scattered peaks, ideal for all types surfers most days.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Hard NE and SW winds can produce strong currents, but generally pretty mellow.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Some runoff pollution after heavy rains.

Hazards

Miscellaneous sea creatures.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, SUP

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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