El Capitán State Beach, CA
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2057 miles
65
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6
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68
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 4 PM-9 PM — not ideal for kids (4.7ft 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: 4/16/2026, 3:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 65° | 7 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 65° | 6 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 65° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 63° | 2 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 59° | 1 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 57° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 56° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/16/2026, 3:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 62°F | 4.3 ft | 7s | ← W | -1.5 ft |
| 16:00 | 62°F | 4.5 ft | 7s | ← W | -1.1 ft |
| 17:00 | 62°F | 4.6 ft | 7s | ← W | -0.2 ft |
| 18:00 | 62°F | 4.6 ft | 7s | ← W | +1.0 ft |
| 19:00 | 62°F | 4.6 ft | 7s | ← W | +2.3 ft |
| 20:00 | 62°F | 4.6 ft | 7s | ← W | +3.2 ft |
| 21:00 | 61°F | 4.7 ft | 7s | ← W | +3.5 ft |