The Wave
When a long-period SW/W swell arrives with light NE offshore winds the right-hand peel cleans up.
Mid-tide to slightly rising tides usually keep the peaks fuller.
Surf GuideCalifornia
St Augustine Point
A remote Santa Barbara point where punchy southwest groundswell meets a rocky sand bottom, producing steep, seldom-crowded rights for surfers willing to hike in. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for St Augustine Point in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCalifornia, US
Live conditions
- Waves 2 ft
- Period 9 s
- Wind NW 6 kt
Tide curve (forecast)
0.3 ftfalling
- High3.9 ft
- Low2.4 ft
- High5.7 ft
- Low0.3 ft
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Lineup Guide
The spot is remote - expect a 20-40 minute walk from the nearest parking and submerged rocks near the takeoff that punish sloppy paddling.
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