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
- 2.0m
- 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 tide is best at East End?
East End works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.6m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at East End?
Offshore wind at East End blows from the W (270°). Anything in the 240° to 300° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at East End?
East End wants NE swell (20° to 80°) between 0.8m and 2.5m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf East End?
The main season at East End is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Grand Cayman's exposed end.
How do I get to East End?
Fly into GCM, then allow about 45 minutes by road. East end Grand Cayman. Atlantic exposure.
What kind of wave is East End?
East End is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Grand Cayman's exposed end.