C Street, Wrightsville Beach Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE
Wind
West to Northwest
Surf Height
Chest high-overhead
Tide
Low to mid tide
C Street, Wrightsville Beach Surf Guide
"C" for crowded, "C" for crammed, "C" for crazy when rideable waves arrive, C Street remains the hotbed for surfing action in Wrightsville. The waves can get good, so sometimes it's "C" for consistent -- just come prepared to share the lineup with all manner of waveriders.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Any and all -- beginners to local pros.
Local Vibe
Doable
Can get a bit irritating due to the crowds but overall not too bad.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Definitely can get crowded, especially in the fall when UNCW students are around.
Spot Rating
Fun
Sand-dependent but one of the more consistent spots in the area.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Normally not bad but south swells can sometimes have some current to contend with.
Water Quality
Clean
Normally OK but with enough rain or a hurricane it can get pretty bad.
Hazards
"Localism" from UNCW students, Cape Fear River water.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, SUP, Skimming, Bodyboard, Bodysurfing, Kiteboard
Access
Parking meters are all over the place from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Other than that, it's wide open.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Storm dependent: tropical cyclones in the late summer and fall with frontal activity from late fall through winter into spring.
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