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Surfing Steamer Lane

Steamer Lane - The Slot

A compact, cliff-hugging right that peels fast out of a rocky slot - steep takeoffs, hollow sections and a peanut-gallery of cliff spectators make it a high-adrenaline local fav. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Steamer Lane - The Slot in California.

Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCalifornia, US
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The Wave

It performs best on west-to-northwest groundswells with light offshore valley winds (northeast), and tidally it prefers mid rising conditions - falling or very low tides expose reef and worsen closeouts.

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Lineup Guide

It performs best on west-to-northwest groundswells with light offshore valley winds (northeast), and tidally it prefers mid rising conditions - falling or very low tides expose reef and worsen closeouts.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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