Graveyards 1

Graveyards 1 is a low-profile, exposed reef break with a small right-hand point character, producing powerful, fat waves that can still deliver hollow take-offs and occasional left peaks when things get messy. The bottom is boulder/reef-strewn and heavily featured, so the experience changes quickly with swell size and tide height—particularly because low tide can leave more rock in the impact zone. The break is generally described as reef-break surfing that’s most appropriate once you have the ability to handle strong wave energy and tight, technical take-offs. Providers describe the spot as intermediate-to-advanced overall, with heavier, more advanced conditions on bigger sets. Wave power is consistently characterized as powerful, and wave quality is described as good, with a more peeling character in at least some conditions. Wind-wise, spot-level info points to offshore or clean conditions with easterly to southeasterly winds, and the spot is typically best during the mid-year window (June through September). While a broader regional thermal sea-breeze pattern can develop later in the day during warmer months, the spot-level thermal timing and direction aren’t specifically quantified for this exact launch. Safety planning is essential: hazards include rocks, large boulders, shallow reef sections, and sea urchins. Entry and exit can be difficult due to slippery boulders, and strong currents/rip conditions are possible when swells build. The guidance is consistent that you should plan around mid to high tide for safer water depth over the rocks, wear protective footwear, and be ready to be self-sufficient given limited rescue and no lifeguard presence at the spot.