Scorpion Bay (Second Point)
Second Point at Scorpion Bay offers more challenge than First Point, with better shape and more push on bigger swells. The wave connects between First and Third Point on good days, allowing for incredibly long rides through the system. It's the stepping stone between the mellow outside and the faster inside sections.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (197°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 215°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (292°)
- Offshore range
- 270° - 315°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 15 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Second point in the system. Better on bigger swells.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Scorpion Bay (Second Point)?
Scorpion Bay (Second Point) works best on a low to mid tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Scorpion Bay (Second Point)?
Offshore wind at Scorpion Bay (Second Point) blows from the WNW (292°). Anything in the 270° to 315° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Scorpion Bay (Second Point)?
Scorpion Bay (Second Point) wants SSW swell (180° to 215°) between 0.9m and 2.4m, with a period of 15s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Scorpion Bay (Second Point)?
The main season at Scorpion Bay (Second Point) is Jun-Oct. A secondary window runs May, Nov. Summer swells. Better shape on bigger days.
How do I get to Scorpion Bay (Second Point)?
Fly into SJD, then allow about 480 minutes by road. Second point in the system. Better on bigger swells.
What kind of wave is Scorpion Bay (Second Point)?
Scorpion Bay (Second Point) is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jun-Oct
Secondary: May, Nov
Summer swells. Better shape on bigger days.
Getting There
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