The Surf Window

Point Dume

Los Angeles, USA

Point breakAdvanced

Prominent rocky point with wrapping rights and lefts. More exposed than other Malibu-area breaks, powerful waves.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

September-April

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Left and right

Bottom

Rock reef

Shape

Steep, powerful walls

Length

100-250m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Powerful, steep, more exposure

Hazards

  • •Sharp rocks
  • •Strong currents
  • •Urchins
  • •Crowds

Local Tips

  • •Needs size to be good
  • •Works when other breaks are closed
  • •Scenic hike to point

Location

Map showing the location of Point Dume in Los Angeles, USA

34.0017, -118.8046