Fripp Island Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SE

Wind

W, NW

Surf Height

Waist-overhead high

Tide

Mid to high

Fripp Island Surf Guide

Just south of Hunting Island, Fripp breaks pretty much the same -- beachbreak surf on a variety of swells. Perhaps the best spot here is in front of the main clubhouse.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Not much.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

MellowHeavy

None.

Spot Rating

Poor

PoorPerfect

Scattered peaks, ideal for all types surfers most days.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

Hard NE and SW winds can produce strong currents, but generally pretty mellow.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Pretty clean, although typically cloudy.

Hazards

Miscellaneous sea creatures.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, SUP

Access

Hunting and Fripp are accessed from Beaufort via a beautiful drive on Highway 21. Surf anywhere.

Bottom

Sand.

Best Season

Late summer, early fall, early spring.

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