Longsands Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NE
Wind
SW
Surf Height
Thigh high to overhead.
Tide
Breaks through the tides.
Longsands Surf Guide
This deceptively long stretch of beach offers something for everyone. Popular with beginners and surf schools, as well as those chasing the heavier peaks out back. Pretty consistent and produces good banks that work through the tides. This beach has produced a number of world class and pro surfers.
Local Vibe
Pretty relaxed vibe, lots of local surfers started here so pretty cordial.
Crowd Factor
Can get crowded, especially during weekends.
Spot Rating
Can be excellent in clean, medium sized swells.
Shoulder Burn
Not too bad unless big.
Water Quality
OK, can be nasty after heavy rains due to proximity to the River Tyne.
Hazards
Crowds.
Access
Parking along sea front on Grand Parade and a car park in the middle of the bay.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Works year round, but best September - November.
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