Reef Break · · Intermediate → Charger
Forecast for Monday 31 August
Intermediate : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
The best performance wave in North America, where the world top surfers string together airs, carves and radical manoeuvres on a perfectly glassy face. Hyper-competitive spot: respect the locals.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Direct access from the beach, but mind the rocky bottom. Wetsuit + booties recommended, do not surf at low tide.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
At Lower Trestles, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Lower Trestles 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.
The ideal wind at Lower Trestles comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Lower Trestles, you can also check conditions at Bolonia, Los Caños, El Palmar. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.