Cathedral Point
Cathedral Point is the big-wave outer reef of Imsouane, breaking well outside the famous bay when serious NW swells arrive. When it's on, the wave produces powerful, hollow barrels that can reach 20 feet, dwarfing the mellow longboard waves inside the bay. The name comes from the cathedral-like rock formations on the point. This is expert territory only.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 340°
- Size range
- 1.8m - 4.5m
- Ideal size
- 3m - 3.8m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (110°)
- Offshore range
- 80° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
9/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Outside Imsouane Bay. Needs big swell to break.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Cathedral Point?
Cathedral Point is a reef break in Imsouane, Morocco, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Cathedral Point?
Cathedral Point picks up swell from the WNW round to the NNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. It starts working at around 1.8m and handles up to about 4.5m, with the sweet spot around 3 to 3.8m. 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 Cathedral Point?
An ESE wind is dead offshore at Cathedral Point, and anything from the E round to the SE 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 Cathedral Point?
Cathedral Point is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Cathedral Point?
The most reliable run of swell at Cathedral Point comes Oct to Mar. Big NW swells needed. Powerful hollow waves up to 20ft.
How cold is the water at Cathedral Point?
The water at Cathedral 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 Cathedral Point good for beginners?
No. At 9/10 for difficulty, it's strictly for experts. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Powerful hollow waves. Big NW swell hits.
How do I get to Cathedral Point?
The nearest airport on our list is AGA, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. Outside Imsouane Bay. Needs big swell to break.
What other surf spots are near Cathedral Point?
The closest breaks we track are Imsouane (1.2 km), Tamri (31 km) and Killer Point (33 km), handy when Cathedral Point isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Big NW swells needed. Powerful hollow waves up to 20ft.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Imsouane
🏄♂️ Africa's longest • 300m rides • Longboard paradise
Tamri
🍌 Banana plantation backdrop • Taghazout escape • Uncrowded quality
Killer Point
🐋 Big-wave Morocco • Orca point • Handles overhead+
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
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