The Surf Window

Horseshoe

San Diego, USA

Reef breakIntermediate

La Jolla reef break between Shores and the Cove. Horseshoe-shaped reef creates fun peaks with more push than anything at the Shores.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size3-5ft

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

September-March

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Reef

Shape

Peaky, defined shoulders

Length

30-80m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: More shape than Shores, reef adds power

Hazards

  • •Rocky reef, wear booties
  • •Can get strong currents
  • •Sea urchins on the reef

Local Tips

  • •Walk south from Shores to find it
  • •More of a real peak than anything at Shores
  • •Smaller crowd than Windansea

Location

Map showing the location of Horseshoe in San Diego, USA

32.8385, -117.2835