Camel Point
Camel Point takes its name from a distinctive camel-shaped rock formation visible from the lineup. The wave is a fun, peaky beach break that works on a variety of conditions. Popular with the surf camp crowd from nearby Essaouira, it offers consistent waves without the crowds of the more famous Taghazout points.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 270° - 330°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Near Essaouira. Named for camel-shaped rock.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Camel Point?
Camel Point is a beach break in Essaouira, Morocco, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Camel Point?
Camel Point picks up swell from the W round to the NNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. 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 12s or longer, as anything under 8s 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 Camel Point?
An E wind is dead offshore at Camel Point, and anything from the ENE round to the ESE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Camel Point?
Camel Point has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Camel Point?
The most reliable run of swell at Camel Point comes Oct to Mar. There's a second window in Apr to May and Sep too. Camel-shaped rock. Peaky beach break.
How cold is the water at Camel Point?
The water at Camel Point averages around 17°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 Camel Point good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Beach break with distinctive camel-shaped rock.
How do I get to Camel Point?
The nearest airport on our list is AGA, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. Near Essaouira. Named for camel-shaped rock.
What other surf spots are near Camel Point?
The closest breaks we track are Banana Point (0.7 km), Boilers (4.3 km) and Panoramas (4.4 km), handy when Camel Point isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Sep
Camel-shaped rock. Peaky beach break.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Banana Point
🍌 Mellow longboard point • Beginner-friendly • Named for banana farm
Boilers
🛢️ Morocco's barrel • Shipwreck reef • Hollow right tubes
Panoramas
🌅 Scenic point break • Long walls • Works on bigger swells
Cross
✝️ Quality right point • Less crowded • Near Banana Point
Dracula's
🧛 Vampire-teeth rocks • A-frame perfection • Remote hollow waves
Devil's Rock
😈 Dramatic rock backdrop • Consistent left • Barrel sections
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