Trestles

Trestles

Orange County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

World Class

Wave Type

Point-break

Swell Direction

North, NorthWest, West, SouthWest, South

Best Wind

SouthEast, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

Mid tide

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About

Considered one of the best surf spots in mainland USA, Trestles is actually a series of breaks including Upper Trestles, Lower Trestles, and Middles. Lower Trestles is the most famous, known for its consistent, high-performance waves that attract pro surfers from around the world.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityWorld Class
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSand with rock
Swell SizeStarts working at and holds up to 4m+ / 12ft

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorth, NorthWest, West, SouthWest, South
Best WindSouthEast, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionMid tide
Best Tide MovementRising and falling tides

Location & Access

AddressTrestles, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA
City / AreaOrange County
Zip Code92677
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Trestles Questions

What kind of wave is Trestles?

Trestles is a point break with right and left waves over a sand with rock bottom.

How good is the surf at Trestles?

Trestles is rated world class for wave quality.

What swell works best at Trestles?

Trestles works best on a north, northwest, west, southwest, south swell. Swell size: starts working at and holds up to 4m+ / 12ft.

What wind is best for Trestles?

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

What tide is best for surfing Trestles?

Trestles works best at mid tide on rising and falling tides.

Where can I stay near Trestles?

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Where is Trestles?

Trestles is a surf spot in Orange County, California, USA.