Mickler's Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Mickler's Surf Guide
Ponte Vedra is a very secluded 10-mile stretch of coast just south of Jax Beach. Mostly shorebreaks, this area works best on a S swell with high tide. There are a few places to surf, beginning with Mickler's to the south. The break shifts every few years from an outside, low-tide break to an inside, high-tide break, depending on the frequency of storms and the severity of northeasters and hurricanes. The local consensus is that Mickler's is usually slightly bigger than most other spots in P.V., but not necessarily better.
Ability Level
All Abilities
All levels.
Local Vibe
Doable
Low key.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Can get crowded but also plenty of room to spread out.
Spot Rating
Fun
Decent spots at times, can get crowded. One of the go to spots in Ponte Vedra.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Not too bad but can be challenging when the surf is bigger.
Water Quality
Clean
Looks murky but some of this are natural tannins that come out of local rivers.
Hazards
Sharks, jellyfish.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Park and walk.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
September-February
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