Cross
Cross is a quality right point break located near Banana Point on the Taghazout coast. The wave offers fun, workable walls that are perfect for practicing turns and building speed. Less famous than its neighbors, it often provides an escape from the crowds at the main spots while still delivering quality waves.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 345°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Near Banana Point. Quality right.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Cross?
Cross works best on a low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Cross?
Offshore wind at Cross blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 60° to 120° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Cross?
Cross wants NW swell (290° to 345°) between 0.8m and 2m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Cross?
The main season at Cross is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr, Sep. Near Banana Point. Quality right point.
How do I get to Cross?
Fly into AGA, then allow about 25 minutes by road. Near Banana Point. Quality right.
What kind of wave is Cross?
Cross is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep
Near Banana Point. Quality right point.
Getting There
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