Swamis
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Don't bring an attitude or board under 8'
Atmosphere:
Swell describes the crowds as 'hideous to unbearable,' 'a bunch of snake charmers...' Surfer once wrote about an 'unenlightened fiberclass curtain descending...' how could I say it better?
still, the place is pretty laid-back.
Additional Info:
There is a small parking lot right above the break; otherwise, park along the PCH.
Paddle out in the channel a quarter-mile south of the main pak - nothing breaks there
Location
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Right down the cliff from Swami Paramahansa Yogananda's Self-Realization Fellowship.
| Walk | Short walk (5-15 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Point break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Bottom | Flat rocks with sand |
| Power | Unknown |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | East |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | NorthWest, West |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 16ft and over |
| Tide | Low and mid tide |
| Tide movement | Don't know |
Crowd
| Week | Crowded |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Ultra crowded |
Dangers
Rocks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Encinitas - D Street
0.37 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
Boneyards
0.65 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Flat rocks with sand |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Pipes - San elijo state beach
0.82 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |