Rocky Point Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

Big NW

Wind

SW, S

Surf Height

Waist high to overhead.

Tide

Works on all tides.

Rocky Point Surf Guide

A huge, curved arc of flat reef that is sheltered in most conditions, but wakes when a big swell lights up the North Track. This spot has a fast, hollow right that tends to draw a crowd, plus longer, walling lefts. Used to only be surfed in massive swells but now popular with beginners and a growing longboard crew whenever it breaks. Great views across to Lobos. Also known as Punta Elena / Rocky Point.

Ability Level

Beginner - Intermediate

BegIntAdv

All levels surf here, beginners and longboarders when small - gets good for intermediates as size picks up.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Can be busy, but pretty chilled.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Busy when good

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Sheltered reef that only wakes in bigger swells, can have long, fun waves, occasionally very good on inside.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Huge area of reef that the waves break over, can have long rippy paddles especially on left when big

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Generally OK; close to harbour.

Hazards

Rocks on inside, crowds.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, SUP, Fish, Longboard, Bodyboard

Access

Street parking close by, don't leave valuables in car. Easy paddle out in deep channel.

Bottom

Rocky reef

Best Season

Best October - March

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