Churches Point

Churches Point

San Diego County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Regional Classic

Wave Type

Rivermouth

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West, SouthWest, South, SouthEast

Best Wind

West

Best Tide

Low and mid tide

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About

Churches Point, nestled in San Diego County, offers a regional classic surf experience with both right and left waves breaking over a sandy bottom interspersed with rocks. This rivermouth spot thrives on swells from the Northwest, West, and Southwest, starting to work at a modest 1 to 1.5 meters and capable of holding waves over 5 meters when conditions align. The ideal surf occurs during low to mid tide on a falling tide, when barrels peel off with vigor. With the ocean’s power at play, one can expect a challenging yet rewarding ride amid the coastal beauty of California.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityRegional Classic
Wave TypeRivermouth
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSand with rock
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West, SouthWest, South, SouthEast
Best WindWest
Best Tide PositionLow and mid tide
Best Tide MovementFalling tide

Location & Access

AddressPoint Loma cliffs (Churches), Sunset Cliffs, San Diego, CA 92107
City / AreaSan Diego County
Zip Code92136
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Churches Point Questions

What kind of wave is Churches Point?

Churches Point is a rivermouth break with right and left waves over a sand with rock bottom.

How good is the surf at Churches Point?

Churches Point is rated regional classic for wave quality.

What swell works best at Churches Point?

Churches Point works best on a northwest, west, southwest, south, southeast swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over.

What wind is best for Churches Point?

The best wind for Churches Point is west.

What tide is best for surfing Churches Point?

Churches Point works best at low and mid tide on falling tide.

Where can I stay near Churches Point?

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Where is Churches Point?

Churches Point is a surf spot in San Diego County, California, USA.