Surfing La Source: The Complete Guide

La Source is a reef break located in Taghazout, Morocco, offering a right-hander along the continent's diverse coastline. La Source sits just north of the famous Anchor Point, fed by fresh water springs that give the spot its name. Rated as advanced difficulty with crowded conditions, this reef break is a worthy destination for surfers looking beyond the usual suspects.

Best Conditions

Swell Direction: The ideal swell direction is NW (315°), with workable conditions from WNW to NNW (290°–340°). Swells outside this window will either miss the break or produce disorganized waves.

Swell Size: La Source needs a minimum of 1.2m / 4ft to start working and handles swells up to 3m / 10ft before conditions deteriorate.

Swell Period: Look for a swell period of at least 10 seconds, with 14 seconds being the sweet spot. Longer periods deliver more organized, powerful waves with better shape.

Wind: True offshore here blows from the E (90°). The full offshore range spans ENE to ESE (60°–120°). Glassy conditions under 4km/h from any direction also produce excellent surf. Plan for early morning dawn patrol sessions.

Tide: This spot works best at low to mid tide. Optimal tide range is 0.3m–1.5m.

When to Go

Primary Season: The prime window at La Source runs October, November, December, January, February, March (Oct–Mar). This is when swell consistency and direction align most reliably with the break.

Secondary Season: A secondary window opens April, September (Apr–Sep). While not as consistent, patient surfers can still score quality sessions during this period.

Season Notes: Winter swells best. NW groundswells ideal.

Water Temperature: Expect water temperatures around 18°C / 64°F. Bring a 3/2mm wetsuit — 4/3mm in winter months.

Getting There

The nearest airport is AGA, roughly 25 minutes by car.

Access: Just north of Anchor Point. Hollow reef break, fresh water springs.

Hazards & Tips

Known Hazards:

🪸 Sharp reef — Shallow reef, booties recommended
👥 Crowded — Gets very crowded

Sharp reef. Can get crowded when good.

Safety Tips:

Wear reef booties to protect your feet from sharp coral and rock
Surf early mornings or off-peak days to avoid the worst of the crowds

Skill Level: This spot is rated advanced (6/10). Crowd Level: Typically crowded (7/10).

Check the Live Forecast

Planning a session at La Source? Check the live forecast on Strike Mission to see today's conditions and the 10-day outlook. Our Strike Score algorithm rates this spot from 0 to 100 every day, factoring in swell direction, size, period, wind, and tide — so you know exactly when to paddle out.

Don't leave your next surf trip to chance. Let the data tell you when La Source is firing.

*Conditions data sourced from Strike Mission's verified spot database.*