Surfing Stimpy's: The Complete Guide

Stimpy's is a reef break located in Siargao, Philippines, offering a right-hander along Southeast Asia's tropical lineups. Stimpy's is Siargao's welcoming committee—a friendly, approachable right-hander that serves as the perfect introduction to the island's reef break lineup. Rated as intermediate difficulty with lightly crowded conditions, this reef break is a worthy destination for surfers looking beyond the usual suspects.

Best Conditions

Swell Direction: The ideal swell direction is ENE (75°), with workable conditions from NE to ESE (45°–105°). Swells outside this window will either miss the break or produce disorganized waves.

Swell Size: Stimpy's needs a minimum of 0.6m / 2ft to start working and handles swells up to 2m / 7ft before conditions deteriorate.

Swell Period: Look for a swell period of at least 8 seconds, with 12 seconds being the sweet spot. Longer periods deliver more organized, powerful waves with better shape.

Wind: True offshore here blows from the W (270°). The full offshore range spans SW to NW (230°–310°). Glassy conditions under 4km/h from any direction also produce excellent surf. Plan for early morning dawn patrol sessions.

Tide: This spot works best at low to mid tide. Optimal tide range is 0.3m–1.2m.

When to Go

Primary Season: The prime window at Stimpy's runs August, September, October, November (Aug–Nov). This is when swell consistency and direction align most reliably with the break.

Secondary Season: A secondary window opens March, April, May (Mar–May). While not as consistent, patient surfers can still score quality sessions during this period.

Season Notes: August-November. Fun option when Cloud 9 is crowded.

Water Temperature: Expect water temperatures around 28°C / 82°F. Boardshorts or a thin rashguard are all you need.

Getting There

The nearest airport is IAO, roughly 20 minutes by car.

Access: Short paddle from shore.

Hazards & Tips

Known Hazards:

🪸 Sharp reef — Shallow reef, booties recommended

Shallow reef on inside.

Safety Tips:

Wear reef booties to protect your feet from sharp coral and rock

Skill Level: This spot is rated intermediate (5/10). Crowd Level: Typically lightly crowded (4/10).

Check the Live Forecast

Planning a session at Stimpy's? Check the live forecast on Strike Mission to see today's conditions and the 10-day outlook. Our Strike Score algorithm rates this spot from 0 to 100 every day, factoring in swell direction, size, period, wind, and tide — so you know exactly when to paddle out.

Don't leave your next surf trip to chance. Let the data tell you when Stimpy's is firing.

*Conditions data sourced from Strike Mission's verified spot database.*