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Trestles Surf Report & Surfability Score

KSL Surfability Score (1-10)
KSL Surf Intelligence
5.8
Good
KSL Conditions Scores (1-10) (not size, speed, or depth)
Swell
6.7
Short window
Wind
5.0
Tide
8.5
Stable window

Current Surf Conditions

Last updated: Mar 14, 2026 at 10:19 PM PDT

At Trestles, the surf is good with waves around 3.6 ft and a solid 13-second period coming from the south. The tide is dropping near 3 ft and moving toward a low around 1.8 ft, which is excellent for wave quality. Light southeast winds at about 5 mph create smooth conditions without impacting the waves negatively. The water temperature is a comfortable 64°F with patchy fog and mostly cloudy skies, making for pleasant surf conditions tonight.

Quick Conditions Snapshot

3.6 ft south swell at 13 seconds, light SE winds, dropping tide near 3 ft, water temp 64°F, air temp 52°F with patchy fog.

Trestles Local Weather

Patchy Fog, 52°F • Wind SE 5 mph

Trestles Surf Outlook

Surf conditions are good with ideal swell size and period complemented by light winds and a favorable tide. Expect smooth, well-formed waves suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers. Stay aware of patchy fog reducing visibility during early morning hours.

Trestles Surf Conditions Breakdown

Swell Score Summary

Swell Score: A swell score of 6.7/10 reflects modest size.

Swell Detail: About 3.6 ft with an interval of 13 seconds with Solid engery (~504 kJ).

Swell Direction: The primary swell is coming from the S (187°) | Outside acceptable direction window.

Tide Score Summary

Tide Score: A tide score of 8.5/10 reflects favorable tide conditions, offering reliable shape with only minor limitations.

Tide Height: The tide is falling around 2.91 ft, which sits within the preferred mid-tide range for this reef break.

Tide Trend: ↘ Peaking: Tide quality may slowly decline but remains good.

Next Tide: Low at 1:22 AM (1.8 ft)

Wind Score Summary

Wind Score: A wind score of 5.0/10 indicates mostly favorable winds, with generally clean conditions and only slight chop on the surface.

Wind Direction & Speed: SE @ 5 mph

Wind Trend: Wind quality remains consistent through the surf window.

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