Carpinteria/Tarpits
Santa Barbara/Ventura, USA
Beach breakIntermediate
A classic Carpinteria beach break below the seal rookery, with sand-bottom peaks that work on a medium west swell. Mellow intermediate spot, good for longer boards and cruisers. Park along the beach and walk south past the tar pits to the cleaner peaks.
- Bottom: Sand with tar and rock patches
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size-SW 3-5ft
Wind
N
Offshore
Tide
Mid to high
LowMidHigh
Season
April-September
JFMAMJJASOND
Location
34.3919, -119.5257