Shell Beach Surf Report & Forecast

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Current Surf Conditions

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Condition Rating

LOTUS Forecast
FAIR

Surf Height

2-3FT+

Thigh to stomach

LOTUS Forecast

Swell

3.2FT18s
SSW206º
1.1FT12s
S173º
8FT9s
WNW302º
LOTUS Forecast

Wind

6KTSWSW

6kts gusts, Onshore

Model Forecast
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Tide

1.3FT

Temperature

60°F

spotName Wind & Weather
61ºF

3/2mm wetsuit

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Shell Beach Surf Guide

Situated north of Pismo Beach and south of Avila Beach in San Luis Obispo County, Shell Beach enjoys a little bit more exposure, and therefore more consistency. Nevertheless, it still requires a solid NW or SW swell to really start working. Comprised of a pair of reef peaks, most of the time it is mushy and user-friendly for the beginners, but as the swell fills in and the quality improves, the savvy local crew are on it. Enjoying some protection from NW winds, Shell Beach doesn’t tend to blow o... Read more

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