Surf spot

Scripps

Forecast conditions and map view for Scripps in USA, California, San Diego County. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: USA, California, San Diego County
Coordinates: 32.8657, -117.2564

Metric
Metric	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00
Wave height (m)	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.5	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.8	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.9	1	1	0.8	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.4	0.5	0.6	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.7	0.7	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.6	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.5
Wave direction	WSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	W	W	WNW	W	W	W	W	W	W	W	WNW	WNW	WNW	WNW	W	WNW	WNW	WNW	WSW	W	W	WNW	WNW	WNW	W	W	WNW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW
Wave period (s)	12.1	11.3	11.3	11.3	11.8	5.8	6.8	7	4.5	4.7	5	5.2	5.3	5.5	5.5	5.3	5.6	5.8	6	5.7	6	6	5.8	5.1	5	5.2	8.2	7.2	6.9	5.5	5.5	6.8	11.3	12.7	13.7	13.6	13.2	12.9	12.8	12.4	12.2	13.4	13.3	13.2	13.1	12.8	12.5	12.2	12.1	11.9	11.8	11.8	11.4	11.3	11.2	11.1
Wave energy (kJ)	134	126	132	140	75	28	36	33	27	33	40	44	47	57	56	36	46	60	63	57	37	35	34	23	21	20	26	28	32	32	27	29	85	108	118	124	117	128	133	135	129	106	95	94	93	89	91	93	85	77	76	69	71	68	62	56
Wind speed (km/h)	9	7	8	12.6	15.3	11.9	9.8	7.2	5.9	6.4	8.3	12.9	15.5	12.6	8.4	7.1	7.5	7.8	8.7	14.1	15.5	13.2	8.5	8.7	7.4	7.2	6.6	10.8	15.3	12.2	8.2	6.2	5.4	3.6	4.7	10.2	15.2	12.3	9.3	6.6	4.7	6.5	5.6	10.8	16.4	14.5	10.2	8.2	8.2	6.2	7.9	11.3	15.6	12.3	8.7	6.4
Wind direction	SCross	SSWCross-on	SCross	SSWCross-on	SWCross-on	WSWCross-on	WOnshore	WOnshore	WSWOnshore	SWCross-on	SCross	SSWCross-on	SWCross-on	WSWCross-on	WSWOnshore	SWCross-on	SSWCross	SSWCross	SCross	SSWCross	SWCross-on	SWCross-on	SSWCross-on	SSWCross-on	SSWCross	SCross	SSWCross	SWCross-on	SWCross-on	SWCross-on	WSWOnshore	SWCross-on	WSWOnshore	SWGlassy	WSWGlassy	WSWOnshore	WOnshore	WOnshore	WNWOnshore	WNWOnshore	WNWGlassy	NWCross-on	NNWCross-on	WNWOnshore	WNWOnshore	WNWOnshore	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	NNWCross-on	NWCross-on	NWCross-on	WNWOnshore	WNWOnshore	WNWOnshore	NWCross-on	NWCross-on

Scripps is a well-known surf spot in San Diego County, California, located near La Jolla. It’s a classic reef break with waves that often offer clean, powerful, and well-shaped right-hand surf when conditions line up.

Quick description

Type: Reef break
Wave direction: Mostly right-hand point-style waves
Best swell: Works best with west to northwest swell
Wind: Typically likes light offshore or calm morning winds
Crowd: Can be crowded, especially when it’s good
Skill level: Usually better suited for intermediate to advanced surfers

What it’s like

Scripps can produce fast, hollow, and playful waves with good shape over the reef. It’s a spot that can feel a little sensitive to swell angle and tide, but when it’s working, it can be very fun and consistent. The wave quality tends to improve with the right tide and period, and it can hold size reasonably well.

Conditions and character

Tide: Often prefers a mid tide, though this can vary
Bottom: Reef, so surfers should be cautious
Hazards: Shallow sections and reef exposure at lower tides
Consistency: Moderate to good, depending on swell direction and season

Local vibe

Scripps is part of the La Jolla surf zone, so it has a strong local presence and can get competitive. It’s a spot known for quality waves rather than easy access, and it’s best surfed with awareness of reef conditions, etiquette, and seasonal marine activity.