Hammond's Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
straight W, WSW, preferably a swell period less than 15 seconds
Wind
N,NE
Surf Height
overhead
Tide
incoming
Hammond's Surf Guide
If you're intent on surfing this right point, your best indicator is Rincon. As soon as it's double-overhead, Hammonds will be on. The wave, which rarely gets bigger than a few feet overhead, improves as it approaches the inside, where an end bowl tends to bend back at you. Since it is so inconsistent, there's a whole crew of style-conscious locals who get their pick of the litter.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Hungry.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Tight.
Spot Rating
Fun
Quality right reef when Santa Barbara is pumping.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Average.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty clean unless it just rained.
Hazards
Drop-ins, getting hypothermia waiting for a wave.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Difficult, either valet at the Four Seasons (an obvious sign that you're a visitor) or park outside the hotel and walk.
Bottom
Rock
Best Season
October-February
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