Devil's Rock
Taghazout, Morocco
Reef breakAdvanced
A dramatic, isolated reef break south of Taghazout named for the ominous volcanic rock formation above the take-off, a powerful, hollow wave that fires in solid NW swells for committed advanced surfers.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft
Wind
NE
Offshore
Tide
Mid to high
LowMidHigh
Season
October–March
JFMAMJJASOND
The Wave
Type
Right (primarily)
Bottom
Sharp rock reef
Shape
Fast, hollow walls, intense take-off
Length
75–125m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Advanced
- •Why: Sharp reef, awkward access, and fast wave require solid experience.
Hazards
- •Sharp rock reef
- •Rock scramble entry/exit
- •Remote, limited help available
- •Strong current on bigger swells
Local Tips
- •The intimidating rock formation above the break is a genuine navigational landmark, impossible to miss.
- •One of the lesser-visited breaks in the Taghazout cluster; worth checking when the main points are crowded.
Location
30.5244, -9.7064