Crystals Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
ENE, E, ESE, SE
Wind
NW to NNW
Surf Height
Chest high-well overhead
Tide
Low-mid generally best
Crystals Surf Guide
At Crystals, big, nor'easter-spawned lefts break off a rock jetty at the north end of Atlantic City next to Absecon Inlet. It's the cleanest spot in Atlantic City with a NE wind, as the angle of the beach and the jetty afford protection. This is a single peak that can't hold crowds, but everyone usually gets a turn, mostly experienced surfers and bodyboarders.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to very experienced -- not for beginners or families.
Local Vibe
Doable
Mellow to moderate.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Moderate.
Spot Rating
Fun
Fun on the better days.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Usually pretty mellow, can be tough on bigs days.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty clean overall.
Hazards
Summer tourists, rip currents .
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard
Access
Limited parking.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
September through March
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