El Capitán State Beach, CA
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2057 miles
58
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-7 PM — not ideal for kids (5.2ft waves)
About This Beach
El Capitan State Beach offers a blend of camping and beach experiences, situated near both highway and train tracks, impacting the quietude. The beach itself features a mix of sand and rocky areas, with tide pools at low tide. However, tar pollution from oil rigs is a recurring negative element in the visitor experience, impacting enjoyment.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 11/16/2025, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 57° | 0 | 6 mph | 0.02 |
| 14:00 | 59° | 1 | 2 mph | 0.01 |
| 15:00 | 58° | 2 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 59° | 1 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 58° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 57° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 56° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 11/16/2025, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 62°F | 5.2 ft | 10s | ← W | -1.9 ft |
| 14:00 | 62°F | 5.2 ft | 10s | ← W | -1.8 ft |
| 15:00 | 62°F | 5.1 ft | 10s | ← W | -1.2 ft |
| 16:00 | 62°F | 5.1 ft | 10s | ← W | -0.4 ft |
| 17:00 | 62°F | 5.1 ft | 10s | ← W | +0.4 ft |
| 18:00 | 62°F | 5 ft | 10s | ← W | +1.1 ft |
| 19:00 | 62°F | 4.9 ft | 10s | ← W | +1.4 ft |