Pipe

Pipe

LA County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Regional Classic

Wave Type

Reef-artificial

Swell Direction

NorthWest

Best Wind

East, SouthEast

Best Tide

High tide only

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About

Pipe, located in Los Angeles County, is a regional classic surf spot known for its powerful, barreling waves that break over a sharp coral and rock reef. The waves can ride both right and left, but high tide is essential to unlock their true potential, starting to work at 1.0 to 1.5 meters with swells from the Northwest. This spot is often crowded, attracting surfers eager to conquer its hollow tubes, but caution is advised due to the jagged reef beneath. With its unpredictable nature and occasional closeouts, Pipe promises both challenge and thrill for those brave enough to face its waters.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityRegional Classic
Wave TypeReef-artificial
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomReef (coral,sharp rocks etc..) with sand
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest
Best WindEast, SouthEast
Best Tide PositionHigh tide only
Best Tide MovementN/A

Location & Access

AddressZuma/Westward Beach (Drainpipes) area, Malibu, CA 90265
City / AreaLA County
Zip Code93550
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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What kind of wave is Pipe?

Pipe is a reef-artificial break with right and left waves over a reef (coral,sharp rocks etc..) with sand bottom.

How good is the surf at Pipe?

Pipe is rated regional classic for wave quality.

What swell works best at Pipe?

Pipe works best on a northwest swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to.

What wind is best for Pipe?

The best wind for Pipe is east, southeast.

What tide is best for surfing Pipe?

Pipe works best at high tide only.

Where can I stay near Pipe?

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Where is Pipe?

Pipe is a surf spot in LA County, California, USA.