South Garbage is a left- and right-breaking reef that peels over a rock ledge. It draws swell from southwest to northwest (SW-NW) and is usable from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft. Clean conditions come with an east (E) offshore wind, and the reef works on low and mid tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Surf forecast for South Garbage
Weather
Friday 02/10
- Over water
- 71–86°F
- On shore
- 74–100°F
Timeline
South Garbage Surf Forecast Guide
Surf spots near South Garbage
Frequently asked questions
What are good surfing conditions for South Garbage?
South Garbage is usually best with southwest to northwest (SW-NW) swell around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft, east (E) offshore wind, and low to mid tide.
Where is the surf spot South Garbage?
South Garbage is a surf spot in San Diego, California, United States.
What is the surf break like at South Garbage?
South Garbage is a left-and-right reef break over rock ledge.
What surf spots are near South Garbage?
Other nearby surf spots are North Garbage, Sub, Rockslide, and Ab (Abalone).
What swell direction works for surfing at South Garbage?
South Garbage can work with swell from southwest to northwest (SW-NW).
What swell size works for surfing at South Garbage?
South Garbage usually works with swell around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft.
What wind direction is best for surfing at South Garbage?
East (E) offshore wind is usually best at South Garbage.
What wind direction is offshore for surfing at South Garbage?
East (E) is offshore at South Garbage.
What tide works best for surfing at South Garbage?
South Garbage works best around low to mid tide. A rising tide is usually better here.

