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Conditions

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Sweet spot 2–7 ft

Period

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Sweet spot 8–14 s

Wind

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Tide

Next · Low 05:39 AM

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Not beginner-friendly today

Beginner basics

Where to go

The beaches between jetties (try the stretch around 16th–18th avenue) offer organized peaks with sand bottom and lifeguards in season. Pick a small, clean day and stay mid-beach away from the rocks.

What to avoid

Don't paddle next to the jetty rocks — the rip pulls you straight in and the rocks are sharp. In summer you need a beach badge, and the lineup gets crowded with a competitive Jersey vibe; respect the locals.

Best beginner conditions

Knee-to-chest NE or E swell, 9s+ period, light W (offshore) wind, mid tide. Late spring through early fall is the friendliest window. Cold water in winter demands a 5/4 hooded wetsuit.

New to surfing? Read the beginner guide →

Wetsuit

Wetsuit

Fall setup

Season-based baseline. Water temp varies week to week.

Full guide

3/2 Fullsuit

Prime season—comfortable and flexible

4/3 Fullsuit

Late fall, especially with north winds

Spot notes

How this break works

Wave type
Beachbreak with jetties creating consistent peaks
Best swell
NE–E (winter), S (summer)
Best wind
W (offshore)
Best tide
Mid

Hazards

  • · Cold water winter
  • · Jetty rocks
  • · Beach badge required summer

Crowd

Medium–High

Respect the lineup — etiquette.

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