Devil’s Rock is a beach break in Tamraght, on the coast between Taghazout and Agadir. Left and right peaks in a small cove, a mostly sandy bottom and a friendly level: it is one of the spots where local surf schools take their students most often. For the rest of the area, read our guide to surf spots in Tamraght.
The downside is the crowd: as soon as there are waves, the line-up fills up quickly.
At a glance: Devil’s Rock
| Wave type | Beach break, left and right peaks |
| Bottom | Sand, with a few rocks |
| Best tide | Sources disagree, mid tide is mentioned most often |
| Swell direction | West to north-west |
| Best wind | North-east to east (offshore) |
| Level | All levels, lots of beginners |
| Crowd | High |
| Best season | Autumn and winter |
Devil’s Rock surf spot (Tamraght)
Devil’s Rock is a small cove north of Aourir, where waves break in peaks over a mostly sandy bottom. The wave goes both ways, which spreads the crowd a little, but it is still one of the busiest spots in the area.
The spot picks up west to north-west swells and cleans up with a north-east to east wind, blowing offshore. Sources disagree on the tide: some say it works on all tides, others prefer mid tide or the incoming tide. The simplest is to watch the spot before paddling out.
Video: Devil’s Rock in pictures
When to surf Devil’s Rock?
The most consistent season runs from October to March, when west and north-west swells arrive from the North Atlantic. In summer, the waves are smaller, which suits beginners well.
Devil’s Rock surf calendar: intensity by month
Devil’s Rock forecast
Before you paddle out, check the conditions of the day:
- Windy weather map (30.508, -9.688): swell, wind and real-time conditions.
- Windguru forecast for Taghazout below: wind, gusts and rating over 7 days.
Devil’s Rock: which surfing level?
Beginners: a good spot to progress
Sandy bottom, often medium-sized waves and plenty of schools on site: Devil’s Rock is one of the classic spots for your first green waves. Stay on the shoulder and give priority to surfers already riding.
Intermediates: to rack up waves
The left and right peaks let you work on both sides. Go early in the morning to avoid the crowd and enjoy lighter wind.
Experienced surfers: rather for small days
On big swells, go for the points north of Taghazout, such as Anchor Point. Devil’s Rock is a nice option when the points are not working.
How to get to Devil’s Rock
The spot is by the road between Tamraght and Aourir, about twenty minutes from Agadir along the coast road. Park along the road, then it is a few minutes’ walk to the beach. After heavy rain, the nearby river mouth can make the water less clean: better wait a day or two.
Spot location
GPS coordinates (approximate): 30.5075° N, 9.6879° W. On Devil’s Rock beach, between Tamraght and Aourir.
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Which surf camp to surf Devil’s Rock?
Salt House Morocco, our partner surf camp, is based in Tamraght, a few minutes from Devil’s Rock. All levels, ISA instructors and 10 hours of lessons included, €455 to €510 per week (excluding flights).
Where to stay near Devil’s Rock?
Tamraght and Aourir are the closest, Taghazout is about fifteen minutes away. Accommodation map below.
What to do near Devil’s Rock?
Banana Point, Crocro and Banana Beach are close by to vary your sessions. The Taghazout points are about fifteen minutes north. On flat days, Paradise Valley is about 45 minutes by road.
FAQ: Devil’s Rock (Tamraght)
Yes. The bottom is mostly sand and the waves are often medium-sized, which is why many Tamraght surf schools teach there.
From October to March, with west and north-west swells. In summer, it is smaller and better suited to beginners.
A north-east to east wind, blowing offshore. Mornings are often the best time.
Yes, it is one of the busiest spots around Tamraght, especially in winter and during holidays.
In short
Devil’s Rock is an easy-to-reach beach break with left and right peaks over sand. A good spot to learn or progress, best surfed early to avoid the crowd, ideally between October and March. To explore other regions, read our guide to surfing in Morocco.
Sources: Mondo Surf, Surf-forecast, Surfnerd, Surf-Report, The Surf Atlas. Photos: Louis Hansel / Unsplash.