El Capitán State Beach, CA
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2057 miles
68
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3
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58
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 11 AM-4 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: 1/16/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 64° | 2 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 69° | 3 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 70° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 70° | 4 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 70° | 4 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 66° | 3 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 64° | 1 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 60°F | 4 ft | 12s | ← W | +1.3 ft |
| 11:00 | 61°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ← W | -0.1 ft |
| 12:00 | 61°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ← W | -1.3 ft |
| 13:00 | 61°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 61°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 15:00 | 61°F | 3.8 ft | 12s | ← W | -3.0 ft |
| 16:00 | 61°F | 3.8 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.5 ft |