La Corniche (Dakhla)
La Corniche is a beach break near the town of Laayoune, offering multiple peaks along a stretch of sand. The area sees very few surfers despite consistent waves, making it a good option for those seeking uncrowded surf in an unusual destination.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 280° - 350°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
19°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Dakhla airport is the practical gateway; local transfers handle the final coastal access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is La Corniche (Dakhla)?
La Corniche is a beach break in Dakhla, Western Sahara, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at La Corniche (Dakhla)?
La Corniche picks up swell from the W round to the N, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.7 to 2.1m. 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 Corniche (Dakhla)?
An E wind is dead offshore at La Corniche, and anything from the ENE 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 La Corniche (Dakhla)?
La Corniche is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.3m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf La Corniche (Dakhla)?
The most reliable run of swell at La Corniche comes Oct to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Sep too. Winter NW swells. Near Laayoune. Multiple peaks, uncrowded.
How cold is the water at La Corniche (Dakhla)?
The water at La Corniche averages around 19°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 Corniche (Dakhla) 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. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Near Laayoune. Multiple peaks, uncrowded.
How do I get to La Corniche (Dakhla)?
The nearest airport on our list is VIL, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive. Dakhla airport is the practical gateway; local transfers handle the final coastal access.
What other surf spots are near La Corniche (Dakhla)?
The closest breaks we track are Westpoint (Dakhla) (4.5 km), Oumlaabour (6.9 km) and Lassarga (18 km), handy when La Corniche isn't working. We track 7 spots around Dakhla in total.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep
Winter NW swells. Near Laayoune. Multiple peaks, uncrowded.
Getting There
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