Steps (Chatan)

Steps (Chatan) is a low-profile reef break surf spot accessed via concrete steps directly from the Sunabe Seawall. The reef and surrounding area are very shallow at low tide, which makes timing important: dead low tide is reported as unsuitable due to exposed reef. For wave direction, the spot is described as working with both lefts and rights, and it has its strongest performance tied to southwest typhoon swells arriving in late summer. One dataset gives a working swell-height window of about 1.0 to 2.5 meters, with a tendency to peel and provide rideable walls—though it can close out when swells get very large. Wind-wise, conditions are described as seasonal and variable, with a preference for East to Northeast winds that act as offshore flow and groom the wave faces. Another dataset also highlights a thermal component and lists August as the best month for wind performance. Overall, the spot’s surfing conditions are described as modestly consistent, with the most reliable usability aligning with high tide. Safety is a key theme here: entry/exit is via the concrete steps, and the reef is sharp with sea urchins. Wear reef booties, use only the designated access points, and be extra cautious of currents that can develop during larger typhoon swells. Local organization is described as mild, but divers commonly share the same access, so surf responsibly and watch for traffic around the steps.