Trestles (Uppers) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s shaping up for Trestles (Uppers). This is a reef and point break that’s exposed to the swell and very consistent. It’s an advanced wave, so don't be a hero if you're still learning the ropes.

Right now, we’re in a bit of a flat spell. The first few days are a write-off. Friday the 4th and Saturday the 5th serve up small, messy swell with onshore or cross-onshore winds and a combined energy that’s moderate at best (609 to 1370). The tide and conditions are just not playing ball.

The real standout, and the one to circle on your calendar, is Sunday morning, September 6th. A solid 6 ft S swell with a 14-second period (groundswell) rolls in, and the wind goes offshore out of the NNE at 12 mph, cleaning things right up. The combined energy is strong at 1470, and the conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers. This is the pick of the whole window – good size, clean, and that long period will give you some proper shape at this point. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there.

Monday the 7th and Tuesday the 8th are still pushing a decent 6 ft to 7 ft swell, but the wind swings cross-onshore and the quality drops fast. The energy is strong (1271 to 1654), but the chop will make it a battle. Not worth the paddle unless you're desperate.

Then we hit a bit of a lull. Wednesday morning the 9th sees a drop to 4 ft, but the wind goes glassy out of the WSW at 3 mph, and the conditions are expected to be very good. It’s small, but absolutely clean. The energy is moderate (616). A dawn patrol special for the patient.

From Thursday the 10th onwards, the surf fades. We’re looking at a long stretch of poor to marginal conditions with weak, short-period swell and persistent cross-onshore winds. The combined energy drops into the low hundreds (200-705). The second week, from the 12th to the 19th, is mostly flat and not worth your time. There’s a tiny pulse of very long-period swell (22 seconds!) on the 17th, but at only 1 ft, it’s a tease. The 18th and 19th offer a little more energy (around 480) but still small. That’s a 10-day gap with no real recommendations.

So, bottom line: Sunday morning, September 6th is your best bet. Clean, solid, and offshore. Wednesday morning the 9th is a glassy second option if you’re happy with small waves. The rest is a waiting game. Crowds are always a factor at Uppers, so get in early for that Sunday session.

- Rusty

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