Lower Trestles surf forecast
San Clemente, California
Lower Trestles is chest to head high but poor today. Nothing nearby is doing much better.
The nearest breaks today, best first
Worth knowing
Watch for crowds, long walk in, cobblestones.
Best from April to October for south swell.
A mile walk or cycle from the San Onofre trailhead.
Common questions
Is Trestles worth the walk?
On a south swell, yes - it is the best high-performance wave in California, a perfect cobblestone A-frame. On a winter north-west swell the piers and reefs usually beat it.
How do I get to Lower Trestles?
Park at the San Onofre trailhead off Cristianitos Road and walk or cycle the mile-long trail down to the beach. There is no closer access.
What swell does Trestles need?
South or south-west, from June to October. It also takes a west swell in winter but lines up best on summer south.
Is Trestles crowded?
Always, on a swell - it is one of the most crowded waves in the state. Dawn, and Uppers or Middles either side, thin it a little.