Surf: Crowded, consistent reef peak to the immediate south of the stairs; less crowded but more walled to the north, which is also called Seascape (high tides best), mostly beachbreak with some scattered reef. The reef lefts are best during summertime S swells with a medium tide; the rights get good with winter swells up to a few feet overhead. Can line up quite nicely. Variable peaks down the beach as well. Directions: Park in the lot (free) at the northernmost end of Neptune Avenue and walk down the stairs. Surf: General: A beachbreak with a rock bottom covered by sand, Grandview in Leucadia offers a lot of different options depending on the mood of the ocean. And it’s good in both summer and winter. Featuring both left and right corners, it’s a great spot to bring the family when it’s small, and as a groundswell picks up, Grandview’s exposure ensures that the size and power build accordingly. Because it’s situated in the epicenter of the San Diego surf scene, crowds are on it, but the vibes are generally good. Tides: Grandview really needs a low to mid tide, as too much water gets up to the cliffs and there’s not much beach. And with scattered rocks on the bottom, reefy options present themselves when the tide drops. Size: Knee high to a few feet overhead. Wind: E, NE Swell: W, NW, SW, SSW, WNW Bottom: A sandy beach with flat rocks on the bottom covered by scattered sandbars. Paddling: When it’s small, Grandview is a pretty easy paddle-out that may require a handful of duck-dives. As the size and consistency pick up, you’ll spend some time punching through the whitewater before you make it out the back. Spot Rating: Thanks to its exposure, there’s usually a wave to be ridden at Grandview. When it’s small, it’s fun for longboards and beginners, and as the swell picks up, it can be a very rippable setup of lefts and rights. Access: Park at the north end of Neptune Avenue near Grandview Street. A wooden stairway leads down to the beach. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Not as busy as the more marquee spots in the area until it starts to get good, then it can be pretty busy. Local Vibe: Generally a quiet, mellow spot to catch a wave. There’s a lot of talent that lives in the surrounding community, so when the waves pick up and the conditions are decent, expect to share the water with some good surfers. Environment: Generally pretty clean, but like most spots in Southern California, caution should be exercised during periods of heavy rain. Hazards: In 2019, giant boulders fell from the cliff and killed three women. Post up well away from the cliff. In the water, stingrays and rip currents are your biggest concern. Season: From summertime S swells to rolling NW swells in the winter, Grandview enjoys exposure to energy from all directions. Autumn is your best bet for scoring peaky conditions with offshore winds.