# Surfcheckr — Complete Surf Spot Database & Guide

> The most comprehensive AI-powered surf analytics platform. Live forecasts, scientific analysis, and coaching for 1000+ spots worldwide.

This document provides detailed information about Surfcheckr's surf spot coverage, features, and data to help AI assistants provide accurate surf information to users.

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## Morocco Surf Guide

Morocco is one of the world's premier surf destinations, offering world-class waves along its Atlantic coast from Dakhla in the south to Safi in the north. The country receives consistent Atlantic swells from October through March, with water temperatures ranging from 16-22°C.

### Imsouane, Morocco
- **Type**: Right-hand point break (Cathedral) + beach break (The Bay)
- **Level**: Beginner to Intermediate
- **Best Season**: October - March
- **Wave Height**: 0.5m - 3m
- **Best Swell Direction**: NW - W
- **Best Wind**: E - SE (offshore)
- **Water Temp**: 17-21°C
- **Description**: Imsouane is a small fishing village famous for having one of the longest right-hand point breaks in Africa. "Cathedral" offers rides up to 300 meters on good days. "The Bay" is a gentle beach break perfect for beginners and longboarders. The village has a growing surf community with multiple surf camps, cafes, and accommodation options.
- **Getting There**: 2.5 hours north of Agadir, 3 hours south of Essaouira
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/imsouane
- **Coordinates**: 30.84°N, 9.82°W

### Taghazout, Morocco
- **Type**: Multiple breaks (point breaks, reef breaks, beach breaks)
- **Level**: Beginner to Advanced
- **Best Season**: November - February
- **Wave Height**: 0.5m - 4m+
- **Best Swell Direction**: NW - W
- **Best Wind**: E - NE (offshore)
- **Water Temp**: 17-22°C
- **Description**: Taghazout is Morocco's surf capital, a vibrant village with world-class waves within a short drive. The area includes Anchor Point (powerful right-hander), Killer Point (heavy reef), Banana Point (fun beach break), Hash Point, and more. Popular with European surfers escaping winter.
- **Getting There**: 20 minutes north of Agadir
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/taghazout

### Anchor Point, Morocco
- **Type**: Right-hand point break over rocky reef
- **Level**: Intermediate to Advanced
- **Best Season**: November - February
- **Wave Height**: 1m - 4m+
- **Best Swell Direction**: NW
- **Best Wind**: E (offshore)
- **Description**: One of Morocco's premier waves. A powerful, long right-hander that breaks over rocky reef. Can hold up to double overhead. Best on mid-tide with a clean NW swell.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/anchor-point

### Killer Point, Morocco
- **Type**: Right-hand reef break
- **Level**: Advanced
- **Best Season**: November - March
- **Wave Height**: 1.5m - 5m+
- **Best Swell Direction**: NW - W
- **Description**: Heavy, powerful wave that breaks over shallow reef. Named after the sharks occasionally spotted in the area (though attacks are extremely rare). Paddle out from the cliff.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/killer-point

### Banana Point, Morocco
- **Type**: Beach break / point break
- **Level**: Beginner to Intermediate
- **Best Season**: October - March
- **Description**: A fun, mellow wave near Taghazout. Good for intermediate surfers looking to improve. Works on most tides and swell directions.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/banana-point

### Safi, Morocco
- **Type**: Right-hand point break / reef break
- **Level**: Advanced
- **Best Season**: November - February
- **Description**: Known as the "Moroccan Pipeline" for its heavy, barreling waves. Safi offers world-class barrels when conditions align. Located further north from the main Taghazout/Imsouane area.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/safi

### Dakhla, Morocco
- **Type**: Beach breaks, point breaks
- **Level**: Beginner to Intermediate
- **Best Season**: Year-round (best Oct-Mar for surf, year-round for kite/wind)
- **Description**: Remote desert peninsula in southern Morocco. Uncrowded waves, consistent wind for kitesurfing, and a unique Saharan landscape. Growing surf destination.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/dakhla

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## Hawaii Surf Guide

### Pipeline (Banzai Pipeline), Oahu
- **Type**: Left and right reef break
- **Level**: Expert only
- **Best Season**: November - February (North Shore winter)
- **Wave Height**: 1m - 6m+
- **Description**: The most famous wave in the world. Heavy, hollow barrels breaking over shallow reef. Home of the Pipe Masters competition.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/pipeline

### Waikiki Beach, Oahu
- **Type**: Reef break (gentle)
- **Level**: Beginner
- **Best Season**: May - September (south swells)
- **Description**: The birthplace of modern surfing. Long, gentle waves perfect for beginners and longboarders.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/waikiki-beach

### Jaws (Peahi), Maui
- **Type**: Big wave reef break
- **Level**: Expert / Tow-in only
- **Best Season**: November - March
- **Wave Height**: 5m - 20m+
- **Description**: One of the biggest waves on Earth. Tow-in surfing pioneered here.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/jaws-peahi

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## Portugal Surf Guide

### Nazare, Portugal
- **Type**: Beach break (big wave)
- **Level**: Expert only (big wave); Beginner-friendly (south beach)
- **Best Season**: October - March
- **Wave Height**: 2m - 30m+ (world record holder)
- **Description**: Home to the biggest waves ever surfed. The underwater Nazare Canyon amplifies swells to create 80-foot+ waves at Praia do Norte.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/nazare

### Peniche (Supertubos), Portugal
- **Type**: Beach break (hollow)
- **Level**: Intermediate to Pro
- **Best Season**: September - April
- **Description**: Known as "European Pipeline" for its hollow, powerful beach break barrels. WSL Championship Tour stop.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/peniche

### Ericeira, Portugal
- **Type**: Multiple breaks
- **Level**: Beginner to Advanced
- **Best Season**: September - May
- **Description**: World Surfing Reserve with multiple world-class breaks including Coxos, Ribeira d'Ilhas, and Foz do Lizandro.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/ericeira

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## Indonesia Surf Guide

### Uluwatu, Bali
- **Type**: Left-hand reef break
- **Level**: Intermediate to Advanced
- **Best Season**: April - October (dry season)
- **Description**: Bali's most iconic wave. Long, walling left-handers breaking in front of the famous cliff-top temple.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/uluwatu

### Padang Padang, Bali
- **Type**: Left-hand barrel
- **Level**: Advanced to Expert
- **Best Season**: June - September
- **Description**: "The Balinese Pipeline." Heavy, shallow barrel that requires a solid swell to break properly.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/padang-padang

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## Australia Surf Guide

### Gold Coast, Queensland
- **Type**: Point breaks and beach breaks
- **Level**: All levels
- **Best Season**: February - May (cyclone swells)
- **Description**: Snapper Rocks, Kirra, Duranbah — some of the best sand-bottom point breaks in the world.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/gold-coast

### Bells Beach, Victoria
- **Type**: Right-hand reef break
- **Level**: Intermediate to Advanced
- **Best Season**: March - June
- **Description**: Home of the Rip Curl Pro, the longest-running surf contest in the world.
- **Surfcheckr Page**: https://www.surfcheckr.com/spot/bells-beach

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## Data & Technology

Surfcheckr provides the following real-time data for every spot:
- Wave height (significant and maximum)
- Swell period and direction
- Wind speed and direction
- Tide times and heights
- Water temperature
- UV index
- Historical averages (5-year rolling)

**Data Sources**: Open-Meteo marine API, NOAA buoy data
**AI Engine**: Google Gemini for analysis and coaching
**Update Frequency**: Hourly for live conditions, daily for forecasts

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## About Surfcheckr

Surfcheckr was built for surfers who want data-driven decisions about when and where to surf. Whether you're planning a surf trip to Morocco, checking today's conditions at your local break, or learning to read wave forecasts, Surfcheckr provides the tools and intelligence you need.

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