La Source
La Source sits just north of the famous Anchor Point, fed by fresh water springs that give the spot its name. The wave is a long, peeling right that can connect through multiple sections on bigger swells, offering rides of several hundred meters. When it links with Mysteries further down the point, you can surf nearly a kilometer. The water is notably colder here due to the springs, but the wave quality makes it worthwhile.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 340°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
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
6/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Just north of Anchor Point. Hollow reef break, fresh water springs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is La Source?
La Source is a reef break in Taghazout, Morocco, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at La Source?
La Source 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 1.2m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 2 to 2.6m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s 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 La Source?
An E wind is dead offshore at La Source, 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 La Source?
La Source is at its best around the low to mid tide, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf La Source?
The most reliable run of swell at La Source comes Oct to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Sep too. Winter swells best. NW groundswells ideal.
How cold is the water at La Source?
The water at La Source 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 La Source good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. It gets busy (crowd 7/10), so mind the pecking order. Sharp reef. Can get crowded when good.
How do I get to La Source?
The nearest airport on our list is AGA, then it's roughly a 25-minute drive. Just north of Anchor Point. Hollow reef break, fresh water springs.
What other surf spots are near La Source?
The closest breaks we track are Dracula's (0.6 km), Devil's Rock (0.6 km) and Anchor Point (0.8 km), handy when La Source isn't working. We track 9 spots around Taghazout in total.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep
Winter swells best. NW groundswells ideal.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Dracula's
🧛 Vampire-teeth rocks • A-frame perfection • Remote hollow waves
Devil's Rock
😈 Dramatic rock backdrop • Consistent left • Barrel sections
Anchor Point
🇲🇦 Morocco's legend • Long rights • African perfection
Mysteries
🔮 Middle of the magic • Links the points • Long walls
Panoramas
🌅 Scenic point break • Long walls • Works on bigger swells
Boilers
🛢️ Morocco's barrel • Shipwreck reef • Hollow right tubes
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