East End
East End is Grand Cayman's surf spot—a reef break on the exposed eastern tip of the island that picks up Atlantic swells. The famous dive destination has a small but dedicated surf scene for when conditions align.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 80°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 300°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: East end Grand Cayman. Atlantic exposure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is East End?
East End is a reef break in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at East End?
East End picks up swell from the NNE round to the E, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NE. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at East End?
A W wind is dead offshore at East End, and anything from the WSW round to the WNW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at East End?
East End is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.6m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf East End?
The most reliable run of swell at East End comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Grand Cayman's exposed end.
How cold is the water at East End?
The water at East End averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is East End good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Grand Cayman's exposed end.
How do I get to East End?
The nearest airport on our list is GCM, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive. East end Grand Cayman. Atlantic exposure.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Grand Cayman's exposed end.