Jackson's Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W, E
Wind
N
Surf Height
Thigh/waist-high
Tide
Mid/high-tide but avoid a big, spring high-tide.
Jackson's Bay Surf Guide
Not known for a surfing beach as it’s sheltered from all but the biggest storms in the Bristol Channel or the strongest E wind-swell. There can be short, punchy beach-break waves for beginners here when all other beaches are closed-out and out of control or if there’s a very strong E wind blowing E wind-chop into the bay. A good beach for SUPs and sea-swimming for most of the year.
Local Vibe
Relaxed
Crowd Factor
Thin crowd for the most part, popular in summer with swimmers and SUPs.
Spot Rating
Not really a surfing beach but beginners can ride small waves in the bay
Shoulder Burn
Zero
Water Quality
Fair. Watch for sewage overflow during heavy rains.
Hazards
None
Access
Limited street-parking available in the housing-estate directly up from the beach. Closest car-park situated at Whitmore Bay. Steep walk down to the beach.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Usually a calm bay for an easy SUPs or swim. Beginner surf available during big winter storms or gale force E wind.
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