Kings Bay

Kings Bay

San Diego County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Reef-rocky

Swell Direction

East, SouthEast

Best Wind

West, NorthWest

Best Tide

Low tide only

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About

Kings Bay, nestled in the heart of San Diego County, offers a right-hand reef break that awakens under the right conditions. The waves, starting at a modest 3 to 5 feet, can build up to 8 feet when the swell is just right, breaking over a sharp coral and rocky bottom interspersed with sand. Best surfed at low tide and during a falling tide, it demands respect for its jagged features, rewarding those who dare with clean, glassy rides. Embrace the rhythm of the ocean; it is here that the sea speaks to those who listen.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeReef-rocky
Wave DirectionRight
Wave Powermellow
BottomSand with rock
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionEast, SouthEast
Best WindWest, NorthWest
Best Tide PositionLow tide only
Best Tide MovementFalling tide

Location & Access

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

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Kings Bay Questions

What kind of wave is Kings Bay?

Kings Bay is a reef-rocky break with right waves over a sand with rock bottom.

How good is the surf at Kings Bay?

Kings Bay is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Kings Bay?

Kings Bay works best on a east, southeast swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+.

What wind is best for Kings Bay?

The best wind for Kings Bay is west, northwest.

What tide is best for surfing Kings Bay?

Kings Bay works best at low tide only on falling tide.

Where can I stay near Kings Bay?

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Where is Kings Bay?

Kings Bay is a surf spot in San Diego County, California, USA.