Reef BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

K38

Named for the kilometer marker on the free road south of Tijuana. Quality reef break. Easy access from San Diego. Multiple peaks over rocky reef.

Reef break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW, SW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

Baja California

Region

Baja Norte

Coordinates

32.3735, -117.1020

NOAA Buoy

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