About This Spot
Lower Trestles, California (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in California (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NW winds, peaking from April to September, Lower Trestles, California (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
South Orange County does not have consistent wind. Many days it will stay below 10 mph. It's best to have a 20 m kite ready for this spot. When it's blowing in the spring through fall (about 5-10 days month) it will go from about 12-18 mph. Above that is pretty rare. After storms in fall through spring, can get above 20 mph. It's usually side onshore (northwest), but don't kite in South wind unless it's during storm as this wind is not consistent.
When to Go
Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September.
What to Expect
Popular surfing location, therefore expect many surfers in the water.
Wind & Conditions
NW
Best wind direction
South Orange County does not have consistent wind. Many days it will stay below 10 mph. It's best to have a 20 m kite ready for this spot. When it's blowing in the spring through fall (about 5-10 days month) it will go from about 12-18 mph. Above that is pretty rare. After storms in fall through spring, can get above 20 mph. It's usually side onshore (northwest), but don't kite in South wind unless it's during storm as this wind is not consistent.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Popular surfing location, therefore expect many surfers in the water.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🥾Long walk to the beach
Park and walk for about 20min. On the way you will cross a train bridge.
Location
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