Terminals

Terminals

LA County - San Clemente Island, California, USA
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Wave Quality

World Class

Wave Type

Point-break

Swell Direction

North, NorthWest, West

Best Wind

SouthEast, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

All tides

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About

Terminals, nestled on the rugged San Clemente Island, offers world-class right-hand point breaks that curl beautifully over boulder-strewn bottoms. The waves come alive with swells from the north, northwest, and west, starting to work at a modest 5 to 6 feet and holding strong well beyond 16 feet when the conditions align. With favorable tides all day, this remote gem is reserved for those who seek barrels and the thrill of untouched waves. Here, the ocean speaks to the soul of the surfer, a wild and powerful dance that demands respect and skill.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityWorld Class
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionRight
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomBoulders
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorth, NorthWest, West
Best WindSouthEast, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionAll tides
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressSan Clemente Island, California 92672
City / AreaLA County - San Clemente Island
Zip Code90704
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Terminals Questions

What kind of wave is Terminals?

Terminals is a point break with right waves over a boulders bottom.

How good is the surf at Terminals?

Terminals is rated world class for wave quality.

What swell works best at Terminals?

Terminals works best on a north, northwest, west swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over.

What wind is best for Terminals?

The best wind for Terminals is southeast, east, northeast.

What tide is best for surfing Terminals?

Terminals works best at all tides on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Terminals?

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Where is Terminals?

Terminals is a surf spot in LA County - San Clemente Island, California, USA.