10th Street surf guide
Surf: General: Typically, a bit smaller than the Washout but less crowded, too. Sometimes breaks more outside with better form and longer lines, but mostly average beachbreak surf.
Tides: Mid to high
Size: Waist-overhead high
Wind: N, NW
Swell: S, SE, E, NE
Bottom: Sand, but beware of rip rap and groins.
Paddling: Hard NE and SW winds can produce strong currents, but generally pretty mellow.
Spot Rating: Scattered peaks, ideal for all types surfers most days.
Access: Lots of parking.
Crowds: Crowd Factor: Less than at the Washout.
Local Vibe: Not much.
Environment: Some runoff pollution after heavy rains.
Hazards: Miscellaneous sea creatures.
Season: Late summer, early fall, early spring.