El Capitán State Beach, CA
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2354 miles
66
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3
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68
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 2 PM-7 PM — swimming not recommended
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: 12/7/2025, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 67° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 66° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 64° | 2 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 62° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 57° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 54° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 54° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 12/7/2025, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 63°F | 4.4 ft | 11s | ← W | +1.4 ft |
| 14:00 | 63°F | 4.4 ft | 11s | ← W | -0.3 ft |
| 15:00 | 64°F | 4.5 ft | 11s | ← W | -1.8 ft |
| 16:00 | 64°F | 4.5 ft | 11s | ↖ NW | -3.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 64°F | 4.5 ft | 11s | ↖ NW | -3.6 ft |
| 18:00 | 63°F | 4.5 ft | 11s | ↖ NW | -3.7 ft |
| 19:00 | 63°F | 4.5 ft | 11s | ↖ NW | -3.1 ft |