Shipwrecks (East Cape)
Shipwrecks is a powerful right reef on Baja's East Cape that comes alive during summer hurricane season when SE-S swells wrap into the Sea of Cortez. The wave offers quality barrels over a rocky reef, rewarding those who make the journey to this remote stretch of coast. When a hurricane tracks up the Pacific, this is one of the spots that can turn on with world-class conditions.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- S (170°)
- Direction range
- 140° - 200°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 290° - 340°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
3/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 15 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: East Cape area. Dirt road access to remote coastline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Shipwrecks (East Cape)?
Shipwrecks (East Cape) works best on a mid tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Shipwrecks (East Cape)?
Offshore wind at Shipwrecks (East Cape) blows from the NW (315°). Anything in the 290° to 340° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Shipwrecks (East Cape)?
Shipwrecks (East Cape) wants S swell (140° to 200°) between 1.2m and 3m, with a period of 15s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Shipwrecks (East Cape)?
The main season at Shipwrecks (East Cape) is Jul-Oct. A secondary window runs Jun, Nov. Summer hurricane swells. Needs SE-S direction.
How do I get to Shipwrecks (East Cape)?
Fly into SJD, then allow about 90 minutes by road. East Cape area. Dirt road access to remote coastline.
What kind of wave is Shipwrecks (East Cape)?
Shipwrecks (East Cape) is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jul-Oct
Secondary: Jun, Nov
Summer hurricane swells. Needs SE-S direction.
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