The Surf Window

204s

Orange County, USA

Reef breakAdvanced

Hollow reef break near San Clemente Pier. Serious barrels on the right swell with shallow reef and sharp bottom.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size3-6ft

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Mid-High

LowMidHigh

Season

Year-round

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Reef

Shape

Steep takeoff, hollow barrel section

Length

50-120m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Sharp reef, heavy barrels, shallow inside section

Hazards

  • •Sharp reef throughout
  • •Shallow water at low tide
  • •Sea urchins

Local Tips

  • •Only paddle out with knowledge of the reef
  • •High tide safer but slower
  • •Watch for the shallow inside section

Location

Map showing the location of 204s in Orange County, USA

33.4200, -117.6207