Reef BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Pacific Beach Point

Defined right reef break at the north end of Pacific Beach. More shape than the beach breaks. Kelp-lined. Popular with local shortboarders.

Right reef break

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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

Pacific Beach

Coordinates

32.8025, -117.2610

NOAA Buoy

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