Point Loma (Ralph's)

Point Loma (Ralph's)

San Diego County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

World Class

Wave Type

Point-break

Swell Direction

SouthWest, South, SouthEast

Best Wind

North, NorthWest, West, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

Mid and high tide

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About

At Ralph's in Point Loma, the waves come in with a powerful grace, breaking right over boulders that form a rugged bottom. This point break thrives on swells from the southwest to southeast, delivering world-class conditions that start at a modest three feet and can reach over twelve when the ocean stirs. The best rides unfold during mid to high tides, as the waves peel smoothly with a rippable energy, inviting surfers to dance with the sea. Here, amidst the salty air and the whispers of the tide, one finds not just a surf spot, but a communion with the ocean itself.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityWorld Class
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionRight
Wave Powerrippable
BottomBoulders
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 4m+ / 12ft

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionSouthWest, South, SouthEast
Best WindNorth, NorthWest, West, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionMid and high tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressPoint Loma, San Diego, CA, USA
City / AreaSan Diego County
Zip Code92106
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Point Loma (Ralph's) Questions

What kind of wave is Point Loma (Ralph's)?

Point Loma (Ralph's) is a point break with right waves over a boulders bottom.

How good is the surf at Point Loma (Ralph's)?

Point Loma (Ralph's) is rated world class for wave quality.

What swell works best at Point Loma (Ralph's)?

Point Loma (Ralph's) works best on a southwest, south, southeast swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 4m+ / 12ft.

What wind is best for Point Loma (Ralph's)?

The best wind for Point Loma (Ralph's) is north, northwest, west, east, northeast.

What tide is best for surfing Point Loma (Ralph's)?

Point Loma (Ralph's) works best at mid and high tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Point Loma (Ralph's)?

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Where is Point Loma (Ralph's)?

Point Loma (Ralph's) is a surf spot in San Diego County, California, USA.