Redcar Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Redcar Surf Guide
Redcar is not renowned as a classic surf spot. The town is fringed by high tide sea defences and to the south there are numerous groynes. The ocean is shallow here with a reef that stretches far out to sea and windfarms can be seen offhore. However, in a small, clean swell from the northeast or southeast there are a couple of little corners of reef that are fun and uncrowded. Easy to check from the coast road with plenty of parking.
Ability Level
Intermediate
Better for more experiened surfers as it gets rippy and choppy as swell grows.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Chilled and chilly.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Most people head for nearby Saltburn so quiet.
Spot Rating
Poor
Needs a clean, long period NE swell. Not a classic but can be fun.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Easy when small, rippy when bigger.
Water Quality
Fair
Can be poor as close to polluted River Tees.
Hazards
Water can be polluted and groynes.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Roadside parking and car parks available.
Bottom
Mostly sand with long flat reef and high tide sea wall.
Best Season
September - February
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