Lower Trestles (San Clemente)
Surf BreakReef breakIntermediate

Lower Trestles (San Clemente)

United States

Reef breakLeft and rightIntermediateSeptember to April (winter NW swells)

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.

Lower Trestles Surf Report

Spot Characteristics

Wave 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
Region
North America

Local Knowledge

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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