Reef BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Big Rock

Reef break just north of Windansea. Named for the large rock on the beach. Powerful waves on solid NW swells.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

San Diego

Region

La Jolla

Coordinates

32.8370, -117.2830

NOAA Buoy

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