Cap-de-l'Homy (Lit-et-Mixe)
Beach break · Landes · Intermediate → Charger
Cap-de-l'Homy surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Too big for your level. Don't mess with that.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Intermediate —
- Advanced 64
- Charger 75
- Waves 2.3 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 10 km/h (gusts 23 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Long wild beach break surrounded by dunes and pine forest, authentic Landes atmosphere. Multiple peaks spread along the beach. Best at low to mid tide on a W/NW swell. Very uncrowded.
Spot photos
Cap-de-l'Homy in detail
Swell season for your level
- Intermediate: all year round
- Advanced: September → April
- Charger: November → March
Based on 5 years of offshore swell. The wind, often decisive on summer afternoons, is not in it: check the forecast
Intermediate → Charger
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Cap-de-l'Homy
What tide is best for surfing Cap-de-l'Homy?
Cap-de-l'Homy usually works best around mid-falling. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Cap-de-l'Homy suitable for beginners?
Cap-de-l'Homy is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
What wind is ideal for Cap-de-l'Homy?
The ideal wind at Cap-de-l'Homy comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Cap-de-l'Homy?
Around Cap-de-l'Homy, you can also check conditions at Contis, Saint-Girons, Moliets. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.