Tide conditions for El Pescadero surf spots
El Pescadero, Baja California Sur
Updated Refreshed hourly · Tide data refreshes every 30 minutes from NOAA stations.
A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in El Pescadero. These 4 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.
Current Tide
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NOAA tide data via Cached Tide Data
Tide Chart
7-Day Tide Schedule
| Day | High 1 | Low 1 | High 2 | Low 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 8:00 AM(4.0ft) | 6:00 PM(0.5ft) | -- | -- |
| Tomorrow | 8:00 AM(4.0ft) | 7:00 PM(0.6ft) | -- | -- |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 8:00 AM(3.9ft) | 9:00 PM(0.7ft) | -- | -- |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 8:00 AM(3.8ft) | 11:00 PM(0.7ft) | -- | -- |
| Mon, Oct 19 | 7:00 AM(3.6ft) | 11:00 PM(0.6ft) | -- | -- |
| Tue, Oct 20 | 7:00 AM(3.6ft) | 2:00 PM(1.8ft) | 5:00 PM(2.6ft) | -- |
| Wed, Oct 21 | 7:00 AM(3.5ft) | 12:00 AM(0.7ft) | 6:00 PM(2.9ft) | 1:00 PM(1.6ft) |
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Beach Tide Preferences
Each beach performs best at a specific tide range and direction. Plan your session around these windows.
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
4 spots
Cerritos Point
IntermediateCerritos is the most beginner-friendly beach on this stretch of coast, south of El Pescadero. A right wraps off the headland at the north end on northwest swell, and the beach takes south swell in summer. Board rentals, lessons and food are available on the beach, and the area is developing quickly.
El Pescadero
AdvancedEl Pescadero is the town between Todos Santos and Cerritos on the Pacific side of Baja California Sur. The beach in front produces A-frame peaks over sand and shallow reef, and it picks up both summer south swell and winter northwest swell. It can get crowded when it is good.
Playa Las Palmas (Palm Beach)
IntermediatePlaya Las Palmas, also called Palm Beach, is a sheltered cove near El Pescadero backed by a palm grove. The surf here is consistent, with urchins, rips and rocks to keep in mind.
San Pedrito (El Pescadero)
IntermediateSan Pedrito is a powerful right-hand reef between Todos Santos and El Pescadero, framed by palm trees. It is at its best on winter northwest swell, when it produces long walls. The reef is sharp and there are urchins.
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What to focus on today
- Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
- How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
- Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
- Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in El Pescadero
- Tide preferences vary by spot in El Pescadero. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
- Tides significantly impact surf conditions in El Pescadero. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
- You can check tide charts for El Pescadero on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.
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