Outlet

Outlet

San Diego County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Regional Classic

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

SouthWest, South

Best Wind

SouthWest, South

Best Tide

Mid and high tide

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About

In the heart of San Diego, the Outlet surf spot awaits, a regional classic where sandy beach breaks deliver both right and left-hand waves. With swells from the southwest and south, it begins to stir at less than three feet, holding strong up to sixteen feet or more, promising barrels that thrill the soul. Best ridden during rising and falling tides at mid to high, it draws surfers seeking the perfect ride against a backdrop of sun-drenched coastal beauty. Here, the ocean speaks to those who listen, and every wave tells a story worth chasing.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityRegional Classic
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionSouthWest, South
Best WindSouthWest, South
Best Tide PositionMid and high tide
Best Tide MovementRising and falling tides

Location & Access

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

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Outlet Questions

What kind of wave is Outlet?

Outlet is a beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Outlet?

Outlet is rated regional classic for wave quality.

What swell works best at Outlet?

Outlet works best on a southwest, south swell. Swell size: starts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over.

What wind is best for Outlet?

The best wind for Outlet is southwest, south.

What tide is best for surfing Outlet?

Outlet works best at mid and high tide on rising and falling tides.

Where can I stay near Outlet?

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Where is Outlet?

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