San Simeon Point

San Simeon Point

San Luis Obispo, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Totally Epic

Wave Type

Point-break

Swell Direction

South, SouthEast

Best Wind

North, NorthWest, West, NorthEast

Best Tide

Low and mid tide

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About

At San Simeon Point, the waves rise with a force that speaks to the ocean's power, a right-hand point break that barrels beautifully over a sandy bottom. Located in the heart of California's Central Coast, the spot thrives on south to southeast swells, best ridden during low to mid tide on a rising tide. With a swell size that kicks in at 1.5 to 2 meters and can hold well beyond 3 meters, it offers surfers an epic experience, often free from the crowd. The winds from the north and northwest keep the water clean and the rides smooth, a hidden gem for those willing to seek it out.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityTotally Epic
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionRight
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionSouth, SouthEast
Best WindNorth, NorthWest, West, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionLow and mid tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressSan Simeon Point, California 93452, USA
City / AreaSan Luis Obispo
Zip Code93452
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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San Simeon Point Questions

What kind of wave is San Simeon Point?

San Simeon Point is a point break with right waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at San Simeon Point?

San Simeon Point is rated totally epic for wave quality.

What swell works best at San Simeon Point?

San Simeon Point works best on a south, southeast swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+.

What wind is best for San Simeon Point?

The best wind for San Simeon Point is north, northwest, west, northeast.

What tide is best for surfing San Simeon Point?

San Simeon Point works best at low and mid tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near San Simeon Point?

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Where is San Simeon Point?

San Simeon Point is a surf spot in San Luis Obispo, California, USA.