Oubaha (Mohammedia)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Mixed
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Oubaha (Mohammedia) is a reef-rocky surfing spot where waves break over rocky bottom sections (flat rocks with sand reported), producing powerful, hollow/fast waves. The wave is described as working from roughly 1.5–2m and holding up to around 2.5m+ on larger sets, with both right and left sections reported depending on the day and lineup. The safest expectation is for experienced surfers only: the break is associated with hazards including rocks, reef, and sea urchins, and it can become heavy and hollow when swell builds. Conditions can also be affected by wind, with light offshore flow from the E/E-leaning directions reported to groom the waves, while onshore winds can add chop. Timing-wise, mid tide (including rising and falling tides) is reported to be the best window. On good days, ride potential is described as anywhere from short lines to longer runs (commonly discussed in ranges that include 50–150m), with deeper barrel sections and fast, powerful wave faces when the swell and wind align. Crowd-wise, weekdays are often reported empty, while weekends see only a few surfers. Safety and equipment choices are important here: booties are specifically recommended to reduce the risk from urchins and sharp rocks, and standard surfing etiquette is expected in the lineup.
- Hollow, powerful reef-break with barrel potential
- Works from ~1.5–2m and can hold to ~2.5m+
- Right and left wave sections reported
- Best window reported as mid-tide (also rising/falling)
- Regular reef-break surf with strong hollow/powerful characteristics
- Working range reported from about 1.5–2m with size holding up to 2.5m+
- Reported long barrels/sections suitable for carving and aerial tricks when conditions line up
- Relatively quiet on weekdays
- Advanced surf only due to reef/urchins and powerful waves
- Reported lack of rescue support at the spot (safety is dependent on conditions and nearby help)
- Can become very heavy on larger swells
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, ESE
- Offshore directions
- E, ENE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- September, October, November, December, January, February, March
- Shadow Zones
- High buildings or terrain behind the beach can cause turbulence.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Mixed
- Beach
- Rocks — Mixed rocky/mixed bottom; some accounts mention flat rocks with sand.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Medium waves; working range discussed around 1.5–2m and larger sets up to 2.5m+.
- Launch
- Small — Rocky reef surf break with shore access; one account describes sandy entry with rocky patches on either side.
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — Difficult according to one account; another describes moderate difficulty.
Through the year
Quieter on weekdays; can see a few more surfers on weekends.
Winter months (December–February) can bring occasional rain and larger storm swells.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A reef-rocky break over flat rocks with sand, known for powerful, hollow/fast waves and barrel potential on both right and left sections.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- NW, W
- Swell Height
- 1.5–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Also reported to work on rising and falling tides.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed reef break.
- Wind Effect
- Light offshore winds from the East/South-East are reported to groom the waves; onshore winds (described as North-West in one account) can add chop.
- Bigger Swell
- Reported to hold up to 2.5m+; on larger swell it becomes very heavy and hollow.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Described as a regional classic.
- Wave Power
- Very powerful — Powerful/hollow reef-rocky waves with fast sections.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Reported as hollow/powerful, with mixed description depending on conditions.
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Medium — Normal rides are short; better days open up into longer lines.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Normal rides often range up to short lines; longer rides are reported when conditions align, with deeper barrel sections on good days. Some summaries also describe short rides (<50m) as typical, with 50–150m possible on better sets.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rocks
- Reef
- Urchins
- Strong currents during large swells
- Turbulence from nearby high buildings/terrain
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- One report indicates no rescue availability; regional context notes rescue can be limited outside peak summer.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospitals are located in Mohammedia city center.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies; respect the local lineup.
- Best performance is reported at mid-tide on a rising or falling tide.
- Wear booties to protect against urchins and sharp rocks.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Mohammedia
- Nearest Town
- Mohammedia
- Parking
- Parking reported available near the beach and the campsite area.
- Access
- Shore-access surf spot reported to be reachable by car with near-instant access from roadside/parking approach; near a camping area.
- Local Language
- Arabic, French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Direct — Camping Mimosas is located immediately adjacent to the spot.
- Food & Drink
- Local cafes and restaurants are available within walking distance in the Oubaha/Mohammedia area.
- Equipment Rental:
- Limited availability at the spot; rentals usually found in central Mohammedia surf shops.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Oubaha (Mohammedia)?
The best overall months at Oubaha (Mohammedia) are September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April. The best wind months are September, October, November, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Oubaha (Mohammedia)?
Oubaha (Mohammedia) works with E, ESE winds. Offshore directions are E, ENE.
What skill level is Oubaha (Mohammedia) suitable for?
Oubaha (Mohammedia) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.