About this break
California's premier high-performance wave — a cobblestone point with rippable, contestable peaks. Lower Trestles is an intermediate-level left- and right-breaking reef break near San Clemente in United States, delivering high quality waves for improving surfers ready to progress. It is most consistent from September to April (winter NW swells). Best on a mid-to-high tide. Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone. Surfers drawn to Lower Trestles can browse beachfront homes, villas and lots for sale around San Clemente with International Surf Properties.
Spot Characteristics
- Location
- United States
- Type
- Reef break
- Wave Direction
- Left and right
- Wave Quality
- High quality
- Tides
- Best on a mid-to-high tide
- Consistency
- Consistent through the season
- Best Season
- September to April (winter NW swells)
- Suitable For
- Intermediate
Considerations
Crowds: Moderate; can get busy in peak season
Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone.
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