Hazard Canyon

Hazard Canyon

San Luis Obispo, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Reef-rocky

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West

Best Wind

East

Best Tide

Mid tide

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About

At Hazard Canyon, the waves rise and fall like the breath of the ocean, carving themselves upon a rugged reef that grips the unwary. Situated in San Luis Obispo, California, this spot beckons with its right and left-breaking barrels, best surfed at mid-tide when the northwest and west swells swell to a height of 5 to 8 feet. Beware the sharp rocks and the lurking shadows of the sea; this is a place for the seasoned, where localism runs as deep as the waters. The east winds whisper through the canyon, a reminder that beauty and danger dance hand in hand.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeReef-rocky
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomRocky reef
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West
Best WindEast
Best Tide PositionMid tide
Best Tide MovementRising and Falling tides

Location & Access

AddressHazard Canyon Reef, Pecho Valley Rd, Montaña de Oro State Park, Los Osos, CA 93402
City / AreaSan Luis Obispo
Zip Code93402
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Hazard Canyon Questions

What kind of wave is Hazard Canyon?

Hazard Canyon is a reef-rocky break with right and left waves over a rocky reef bottom.

How good is the surf at Hazard Canyon?

Hazard Canyon is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Hazard Canyon?

Hazard Canyon works best on a northwest, west swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+.

What wind is best for Hazard Canyon?

The best wind for Hazard Canyon is east.

What tide is best for surfing Hazard Canyon?

Hazard Canyon works best at mid tide on rising and falling tides.

Where can I stay near Hazard Canyon?

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Where is Hazard Canyon?

Hazard Canyon is a surf spot in San Luis Obispo, California, USA.