Stone Steps

Stone Steps is an exposed beach break known for being fun but fickle, with inconsistent surf and no strong seasonal pattern. The wave is reef-enhanced and tends to be peaky, offering both lefts and rights over a mixed sand-and-rock bottom. Best performance is centered on a mid tide, when the shorebreak is less problematic and the wave has room to develop properly over the sandbar/reef combination. With the right alignment, it can produce zippy barrels; however, when conditions are off, the surf can be unpredictable. Wind is a key part of the success formula. The spot is sensitive to onshore winds and typically needs offshore East to East-Northeast conditions for cleaner, more groomed faces; with other wind directions it can blow out. For swell, it’s most often described as working well with west to northwest components, producing a workable swell window roughly around 1 to 2 meters. Safety-wise, access is via steep stairs down a bluff and the beach can become narrow at high tide. Expect submerged rocks/reef sections and changing water movement, including rip currents and lateral drift depending on swell. Beach rules are strict—no dogs, no alcohol, no glass containers, and no smoking—so plan accordingly and keep your session light given the climb back up.