El Capitán State Beach, CA
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2057 miles
78
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 10 PM-4 AM — not ideal for kids (5.0ft 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: 8/29/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:00 | 78° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 75° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 70° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 69° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 68° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 68° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 68° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 8/29/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:00 | 70°F | 5 ft | 8s | ← W | +3.0 ft |
| 23:00 | 70°F | 4.9 ft | 8s | ← W | +3.0 ft |
| 00:00 | 70°F | 4.9 ft | 8s | ← W | +2.5 ft |
| 01:00 | 69°F | 4.7 ft | 8s | ← W | +1.6 ft |
| 02:00 | 69°F | 4.7 ft | 8s | ← W | +0.5 ft |
| 03:00 | 69°F | 4.6 ft | 8s | ← W | -0.5 ft |
| 04:00 | 69°F | 4.6 ft | 8s | ← W | -1.2 ft |