The Wave
The break consistently works to a west-WNW swell with east offshore winds, and holds across tide stages.
Surf GuideCalifornia
Bird Shit
A compact, exposed reef tucked under Sunset Cliffs that serves three distinct, hollow peaks-short left bowls, a charging right barrel and a speeding reform that runs into a rock shelf. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Bird Shit in California.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCalifornia, US
Live conditions
- Waves 3-4 ft
- Period 14 s
- Wind NW 8 kt
Tide curve (forecast)
1.2 ftfalling
- Low0.1 ft
- High5.1 ft
- Low1.1 ft
- High5.4 ft
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The approach and entry are sketchy-many surfers paddle from No Surf or Osprey to avoid the dangerous cliff shortcut and sharp rock shelf.
Urchins and strong rips make quick exit routes hazardous.
Expect very short, powerful rides and a busy lineup when the reef lights up.
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