Boilers
Boilers is Taghazout's barrel option—a hollow right-hand reef break named after the old shipwreck boiler visible on the reef. Unlike the point breaks nearby, Boilers offers a more critical, hollow takeoff that can produce genuine tubes on the right swell. It's shallower and more intense than Anchor Point, requiring more commitment and better timing. On smaller days it's fun and punchy; on bigger days it can be heavy and challenging. Morocco's tube fix.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (320°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 350°
- Size range
- 1.5m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m - 3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
6/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Boilers?
Boilers is a reef break in Taghazout, Morocco, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Boilers?
Boilers picks up swell from the WNW round to the N, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. It starts working at around 1.5m and handles up to about 3.5m, with the sweet spot around 2.4 to 3m. Period matters too: aim for 16s or longer, as anything under 12s 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 Boilers?
An E wind is dead offshore at Boilers, and anything from the NE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 7am to midday. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Boilers?
Boilers is at its best around the low to mid tide, roughly 0.4m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Boilers?
The most reliable run of swell at Boilers comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Oct too. Same season as Anchor Point.
How cold is the water at Boilers?
The water at Boilers averages around 18°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Boilers good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 7/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Shallow reef at low tide. Breaks next to old boiler wreck.
How do I get to Boilers?
The nearest airport on our list is AGA, then it's roughly a 20-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Boilers?
The closest breaks we track are Panoramas (0.3 km), Dracula's (0.8 km) and Devil's Rock (0.8 km), handy when Boilers isn't working. We track 9 spots around Taghazout in total.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct, Apr
Same season as Anchor Point.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Panoramas
🌅 Scenic point break • Long walls • Works on bigger swells
Dracula's
🧛 Vampire-teeth rocks • A-frame perfection • Remote hollow waves
Devil's Rock
😈 Dramatic rock backdrop • Consistent left • Barrel sections
La Source
💧 Spring-fed point • Links with Mysteries • Kilometer rides possible
Anchor Point
🇲🇦 Morocco's legend • Long rights • African perfection
Mysteries
🔮 Middle of the magic • Links the points • Long walls