Tubeys (Guam)
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean, Mixed
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Tubeys (also known as Point Death) is a low-profile reef break off the Guam coast that’s best experienced on high tide. The wave is described as a hollow, fast right-hand reef break with barreling character—an option for advanced surfers looking for technical, uncrowded riding. The spot is fundamentally about timing and respect for the bottom. It’s very shallow over reef, with rocks/sharp coral and sea urchins creating real physical hazard risk. Sources repeatedly emphasize riding at mid to high tide to reduce the chance of striking the reef during takeoff, paddle, or wipeouts, and to protect yourself with booties. Wind and swell alignment matter: east winds are described as offshore and grooming the wave face. Trade winds are the primary wind influence, and the spot’s best conditions are tied to east winds with NW–W swells. With larger west swell energy, the wave can become heavy and dangerous, so conditions that look “on” at smaller sizes may change quickly as swell builds. Crowding appears minimal (rarely crowded), but that also comes with limited online information and the practical need for local knowledge. Access requires a long paddle from the rocky shoreline in the Agat area to the reef edge, and parking is limited—so plan logistics in advance. If you need help in an emergency, dial 911; regional rescue coverage is provided by Guam Fire Department and the USCG (Sector Guam).
- Hollow, barreling right-hand reef break.
- Best at high tide.
- East winds groom the face offshore.
- Rarely crowded; low-profile and technical.
- Powerful, hollow right-hand reef barrels.
- Rarely crowded due to difficult access and the wave’s intensity.
- Warm tropical water year-round (rash-guard level protection).
- Technical shallow reef with sharp coral/sea urchins—advanced paddling and mid-to-high-tide timing are critical.
- Long paddle and remote access; plan carefully and don’t assume rescue is quick.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, SE
- Offshore directions
- E
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade winds (Pacific easterlies); east winds are best for grooming/offshore flow.
- Reliability
- medium
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- September, December, January, February, March
- Shadow Zones
- Some shelter from very strong Easterly trades due to island topography.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean, Mixed
- Beach
- Rocks — Rocky shoreline and reef exposure.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium — Regional descriptions vary; described as medium with powerful/fast barrels.
- Launch
- Big — Rocky shoreline with a long paddle out to the reef break.
- Launch Difficulty
- Expert only — Rocky shoreline and very shallow reef require a long paddle and advanced conditions management.
Through the year
Rarely crowded due to difficulty of access and the technical nature of the wave.
July to November (rainy season; typhoon activity can bring storm swells).
By sport
What to expect for each.
High-performance right-hand reef break with hollow, fast barrels; works best on high tide when east winds are offshore and NW-W swells line up.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- NW, W, WNW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- High — Best at high tide.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Island topography provides some shelter from the strongest Easterly trades, but it remains a technical west-side intensity wave.
- Wind Effect
- East winds are offshore and groom the wave face perfectly.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become heavy and dangerous with significant west swells.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Generally described as good.
- Wave Power
- Powerful
- Wave Shape
- Barreling — Known for hollow, fast barrels.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Fast, intense barrels; more barrel-focused than long carves.
- Ride Length
- Short — Short rides centered on the barrel section.
- Ride Length Details
- Fast, intense ride that focuses on the barrel section rather than long carves.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Tubeys (Guam) in the full forecast view.
Tubeys (Guam) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–11 ktsGusts 18 kts
- Direction
- ENE69°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2511 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–1.2 m9s period
- Temperature
- 26–30 °C
Over the next 7 days, Tubeys (Guam) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 18 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.7–1.2 m with a period of about 9s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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
- Sharp coral reef
- Extremely sharp coral reef
- Sea urchins
- Shallow water over reef
- Strong currents possible during large swells and tidal changes
- Remote location
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Yes — Rescue units served by Guam Fire Department (GFD) and the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Sector Guam.
- Emergency Info
- In an emergency, dial 911. Nearest major medical facility is Guam Memorial Hospital in Tamuning (~30–40 minutes away). Rescue coverage is served by Guam Fire Department (GFD) and the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Sector Guam.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — A few locals frequent the spot; respect local access/etiquette.
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies; respect the few locals who frequent the spot.
- Only ride at mid to high tide to reduce reef impact risk.
- Only ride at mid to high tide to avoid hitting the reef.
- Wear booties to protect against the sharp coral during the walk/paddle.
- Prepare for a long paddle to reach the line-up.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Hagåtña
- Nearest Town
- Agat
- Parking
- Limited parking available near the Agat cemetery or nearby public beach areas
- Public Transport
- Limited; a rental car is highly recommended for accessing the southern coast.
- Access
- Access is via the coastline in the Agat area, followed by a long paddle out to the reef edge.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English, Chamorro
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Guesthouses and hotels are available in the Agat and Santa Rita areas, or further north in Tumon.
- Food & Drink
- Local shops and small eateries are located in Agat town.
- Equipment Rental:
- No rentals available at the spot; surf shops are located in Hagåtña or Tumon.
- Gear Repair
- Basic surf/board repair is available at shops in Hagåtña and Tamuning.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Tubeys (Guam)?
The best overall months at Tubeys (Guam) are December, January, February, March, September. The best wind months are September, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Tubeys (Guam)?
Tubeys (Guam) works with E, SE winds. Offshore directions are E.
What skill level is Tubeys (Guam) suitable for?
Tubeys (Guam) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.