Thor's Hammer is a heavy slab on Isla Todos Santos that breaks with extreme power over shallow reef. The wave is aptly named—wipeouts here feel like being hit by a mythical weapon. Only the most committed big wave slabbers attempt Thor's Hammer, knowing the consequences of failure are severe.
285 km away
Source: noaa
Water temp
16°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
10/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Boat from Ensenada. On Todos Santos Island.
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct, Apr
Winter NW swells. Heavy slab.
🦔 Todos Santos step-up • Killers apprenticeship • Named for the urchins
⚡ West Coast big wave mecca • Canyon-amplified giants • Boat access only
💀 Mexican Jaws • World Surfing Reserve • Canyon-fueled giants
🐔 Todos Santos step-up • More forgiving big wave • Killers warm-up spot
🌊 Todos Santos tier 2 • Named for its rarity • 40-foot alternative
🌊 Baja reef break • Multiple quality peaks • K-58 winter waves