18th St. Jetty Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
18th St. Jetty Surf Guide
On a strong east-northeast swell, there can be a decent left at this groin.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Mellow.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Can get crowded but usually some current when it is working so that helps
Spot Rating
Poor
Decent soft lefts offer a slightly longer wave than the typical beachbreak when it is working.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Hard NE winds and accompanying windswells can produce strong north to south currents. If the lefts are working it will be drifty.
Water Quality
Clean
Some runoff after heavy rains but pretty good typically
Hazards
Strong currents and miscellaneous sea creatures.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, SUP
Access
Easy access, though parking may be a problem in the summer months. Bring change for meters.
Bottom
sand
Best Season
Late summer, early fall, early spring
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