Cape San Blas is a right-hand pointbreak tucked at the southern tip of a sand spit southeast of Mexico Beach, along Florida's emerald coast. The point breaks over sand and, depending on the day, can throw both rights and lefts. Overall it behaves like an average beachbreak, but when the right swell hits, a few sandbars line up and light up.
When It Works
The spot draws swell from west-southwest through south-southeast, coming to life best on south and west swells. It works from 1.5 m / 5 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft, roughly waist- to overhead-high on the sandbars. Look to spring, autumn, and winter, with hurricane swells adding to the mix. On small days the paddle out is easy; larger swells make it more of a workout.
Wind and Tide
The workable wind window runs from north-northeast to east, with northeast offshore and cleanest. It breaks on low and mid tide, and a rising tide is generally the better call.
Local Tips
There's room for everyone here, from beginners on longboards and funboards to more experienced surfers riding shortboards or a fish. The lineup stays quiet and can feel a little reserved. One serious note: this is bull shark territory, so scan the water before you paddle out.
Access
Park and plan on a 20-minute walk to reach the break.
