The Surf Window

Sunset Cliffs New Break

San Diego, USA

Reef breakIntermediate

Sunset Cliffs section that emerged after cliff erosion exposed new reef. Fun shape with good walls and growing in popularity.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

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

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

August-April

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Reef

Shape

Defined walls with good shoulders

Length

50-120m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Good shape, fun peaks, newer reef means less localism

Hazards

  • •Reef is still being mapped by locals
  • •Unstable cliff edge above

Local Tips

  • •Newer break so less established lineup hierarchy
  • •Still developing as erosion changes the reef
  • •Good option when other Cliffs spots are crowded

Location

Map showing the location of Sunset Cliffs New Break in San Diego, USA

32.7190, -117.2572