Barney's

Barney's

San Diego County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

NorthWest, SouthWest

Best Wind

West

Best Tide

High tide

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About

Barney's Surf Spot, nestled in the heart of San Diego County, offers a canvas of rippable beach-break waves that dance both right and left over a bed of flat rocks and sand. As the swell rolls in from the Northwest and Southwest, the waves maintain a normal quality, inviting surfers of all skill levels to carve their path. The wind from the west whispers secrets of the ocean, while the beach itself remains a lesser-known gem, often free from the throngs that crowd more famous breaks. Here, the surf is a daily ritual, a call to the sea that every true surfer understands.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerrippable
BottomSand with rock
Swell SizeStarts working at 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m / 6ft

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, SouthWest
Best WindWest
Best Tide PositionHigh tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressSunset Cliffs, Point Loma, San Diego, CA
City / AreaSan Diego County
Zip Code92101
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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What kind of wave is Barney's?

Barney's is a beach break with right and left waves over a sand with rock bottom.

How good is the surf at Barney's?

Barney's is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Barney's?

Barney's works best on a northwest, southwest swell. Swell size: starts working at 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m / 6ft.

What wind is best for Barney's?

The best wind for Barney's is west.

What tide is best for surfing Barney's?

Barney's works best at high tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Barney's?

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Where is Barney's?

Barney's is a surf spot in San Diego County, California, USA.