Bird Rock
San Diego, USA
Reef breakAdvanced
La Jolla reef break around a rock island with serious waves and shallow reef. Breaks hard in both directions with power and hollow sections.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft
Wind
NE
Offshore
Tide
Mid
LowMidHigh
Season
September-April
JFMAMJJASOND
The Wave
Type
Both
Bottom
Reef and rock
Shape
Steep, hollow walls
Length
50-120m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Advanced
- •Why: Shallow reef, hollow, exposed, serious consequences
Hazards
- •Sharp rocks and reef everywhere
- •Sea urchins
- •Strong currents on bigger days
- •Rocks close to shore
Local Tips
- •Scout from shore carefully
- •Only for experienced reef surfers
- •The rock island is the landmark
Location
32.8133, -117.2756