Cap Ghir / Taghazout Coast · Morocco
Boilers Surf Forecast & Surf Guide
Boilers is a powerful right-hand reef break on the exposed coast north of Taghazout, known for fast walls and serious conditions when Atlantic swell is running. Check the live swell, wind and tide before making the trip.
LIVE CONDITIONS
Boilers surf forecast
Compare surf height, swell direction and period, wind, tide and temperature before deciding when to paddle out.
SURF SPOT GUIDE
About Boilers
The wave breaks beside a rocky headland and is named after the remains of an old ship boiler. It is an exposed, performance-focused spot that can produce long, forceful right-hand lines, but access and water movement make it much less forgiving than the nearby learner beaches.
BEST CONDITIONS
When does Boilers work best?
Swell
W to WNWUse swell direction together with period and size to judge how much energy will reach the break.
Wind
E offshoreFavourable wind can help keep the wave face cleaner and more organised.
Tide
Mid tide; check locallyTide interacts with swell size and the bottom shape, so compare the live curve with the ocean.
Season
Autumn to springSeason tells you when the regional swell pattern is most likely to favour this spot.
West to west-northwest swell with light easterly offshore wind is the classic pattern. Longer-period winter swell adds power quickly, so wave height alone does not describe how demanding the break may be.
SKILL LEVEL
Who should surf Boilers?
Boilers is best left to advanced surfers who are comfortable with reef, current, difficult entries and exits and powerful surf. It is not a beginner spot.
SURF SEASON
Best time of year
Autumn through spring is the main swell season, with winter bringing the most regular larger groundswell.
LOCATION
Where is Boilers?
Boilers sits on the exposed Atlantic coastline around Cap Ghir, north of the main Taghazout surf zone in Morocco.
- Latitude
- 30.6249
- Longitude
- -9.8785
SAFETY & LOCAL ETIQUETTE
What to know before paddling out
Expect sharp rock and reef, strong current, a technical entry and exit and greater consequences as swell builds. Observe the lineup carefully and surf within your ability.
NEARBY SURF
Other surf spots near Boilers
BOILERS FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best swell for Boilers?
W to WNW is the preferred swell direction listed for this spot. Swell size and period also matter, so compare the complete live forecast.
What wind is best for Boilers?
E offshore is generally the favourable wind setup. Local topography can change how the wind feels at the water.
What tide is best for Boilers?
Mid tide; check locally. Tide interacts with swell size and period, so check the live tide curve before surfing.
What level is Boilers for?
The recommended level is advanced. Conditions can make any surf spot easier or more difficult, so choose a session that matches your experience.
When is the best surf season for Boilers?
Autumn to spring is the main season listed for this spot. Day-to-day quality still depends on swell, wind and tide.
CHECK BEFORE YOU GO
Plan your next Boilers session
Conditions change quickly. Recheck swell, wind and tide shortly before you surf and compare the forecast with the ocean in front of you.