Playa de Gros

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surf in the morning and you can get it almost to yourself. by 12 or 1 it can get packed

Atmosphere:
this can be a classic spot on its day, but crowds and shifting sand banks take a b it away from it. san seb is a great place though for partying, so if youre going that way be sure to check it out, and spend some time there. chances are if its not in summer you'll be rewarded with great waves

Additional Info:
when its small surf to the right with the locals. they don't like people surfing right in the corner there, but show a little respect, dont drop in and you wont hassled
when its big paddle out from the left hand corner in the shelter of the break water (begginers watch the rip here) and surf wherever.
at low tide there can be a classic left hander in 5ft+ of swell from the end of the break water rip right across the beach.

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Access

drive int san sebastian centre. follow signs to Gros (the west of the river). park where you can. (the underground car park under the exhibition hall is expensive but safe)
Gros is at the east side of the river Urumea.

WalkInstant access (<5 min)
Public accessYes
4x4 requiredUnknown
Boat requiredUnknown
Wave Characteristics
TypeBeach break
DirectionRight and left
BottomSandy
PowerUnknown
FrequencyRegular (100 days/year)
Normal lengthShort (<50m)
Good day lengthLong (150 to 300m)
Ideal Conditions
Wind directionUnknown
Swell directionUnknown
Swell sizeLess than 3ft - 6ft+
TideAll tides
Tide movementRising and falling tides
Crowd
WeekCrowded
WeekendCrowded
Dangers

None

Videos

None

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