Stimpy's
Stimpy's is Siargao's welcoming committee—a friendly, approachable right-hander that serves as the perfect introduction to the island's reef break lineup. Named with characteristic Filipino humor, this wave offers shorter, mellower rides than its famous neighbors, making it ideal for intermediate surfers looking to build confidence on reef. The inside section is shallow, requiring awareness, but the overall experience is more playful than punishing. When the crowds at Cloud 9 reach critical mass, Stimpy's often has empty peaks waiting.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- ENE (75°)
- Direction range
- 45° - 105°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.2m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 230° - 310°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Short paddle from shore.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Stimpy's?
Stimpy's is a reef break in Siargao, Philippines, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Stimpy's?
Stimpy's picks up swell from the NE round to the ESE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the ENE. It starts working at around 0.6m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.2 to 1.7m. 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 Stimpy's?
A W wind is dead offshore at Stimpy's, and anything from the SW round to the NW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Stimpy's?
Stimpy's is at its best around the low to mid tide, roughly 0.3m to 1.2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Stimpy's?
The most reliable run of swell at Stimpy's comes Aug to Nov. There's a second window in Mar to May too. August-November. Fun option when Cloud 9 is crowded.
How cold is the water at Stimpy's?
The water at Stimpy's averages around 28°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Stimpy's good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Shallow reef on inside.
How do I get to Stimpy's?
The nearest airport on our list is IAO, then it's roughly a 20-minute drive. Short paddle from shore.
What other surf spots are near Stimpy's?
The closest breaks we track are Jacking Horse (1.3 km), Tuason Point (3.3 km) and Cloud 9 (3.4 km), handy when Stimpy's isn't working. We track 4 spots around Siargao in total.
Best Season
Peak: Aug-Nov
Secondary: Mar-May
August-November. Fun option when Cloud 9 is crowded.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Jacking Horse
🐴 Cloud 9's playful neighbor • Punchy reef right • Crowd escape valve
Tuason Point
↙️ Siargao's premier left • Goofy-footer's paradise • Big swell treasure
Cloud 9
🇵🇭 Philippines' crown jewel • Shallow reef barrels • Siargao paradise