El Capitán State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2354 miles
54
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 2 AM-7 AM — swimming not recommended
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 1:46 PM: Some shore areas may narrow
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: 4/20/2026, 1:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 | 54° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 53° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 53° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 52° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 51° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 51° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 51° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/20/2026, 1:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 | 62°F | 1.8 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | +2.6 ft |
| 02:00 | 62°F | 1.8 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +1.3 ft |
| 03:00 | 62°F | 1.8 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | -0.2 ft |
| 04:00 | 62°F | 1.8 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | -1.7 ft |
| 05:00 | 62°F | 1.7 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -2.8 ft |
| 06:00 | 62°F | 1.7 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -3.3 ft |
| 07:00 | 62°F | 1.8 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -3.3 ft |