Packery Channel Jetties Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE, E
Wind
N, NW or W with swell
Surf Height
Waist to head high
Tide
Medium
Packery Channel Jetties Surf Guide
Packery Channel is a small, shallow draft channel that runs from the Laguna Madre (the flats and the Intracoastal Waterway) to the Gulf of Mexico on the southern edge of the J.P. Luby park. The jetties provide protection from the consistent side shore currents and provide above average sandbanks on either side. The north side is dominated by longer boards in the summer looking for a reprieve from the dominant South winds. While the south side can come alive on North East and East swells in the Fall through Spring.
Ability Level
All Abilities
All levels but can get challenging on bigger days.
Local Vibe
Doable
Positive, but sometimes over crowded with beginners.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Most consistently crowded break on the Central Texas coast.
Spot Rating
Fun
Fun peaks and usually a respite from the longshore currents.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Relatively easy for Texas, take the rip by the jetty out to the lineup.
Water Quality
Clean
Relatively clean.
Hazards
Beach parking enforcement officer - buy a parking permit.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Easy, park on the beach.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
Late summer/fall; late winter to mid-spring
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