The Surf Window

Dogpatch

Orange County, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

Beach break at San Onofre between Old Man's and The Point. More power than Old Man's with barrels possible on the right swell.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

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

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

Year-round

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand and rocks

Shape

Defined peaks with barrel sections

Length

60-150m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Hollow sections but recoverable, decent tube time possible

Hazards

  • •Barrel close to rocks on lower tides
  • •Shifting sandbars change the setup

Local Tips

  • •Check tide before paddling out
  • •Better on incoming tide
  • •Works when Old Man's gets too small to be fun

Location

Map showing the location of Dogpatch in Orange County, USA

33.3706, -117.5647