Spessard South Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

NE-ENE

Wind

SW-W

Surf Height

Waist-3' overhead

Tide

Low to mid tide

Spessard South Surf Guide

When a swell has other high tide spots washing through, Spessard can be clean and throwing. A deep trough past the inside sandbar allows for steep waves to cascade over the drastic depth change, creating a mid-section with the feel and push of a shorebreak. The sandbars, like most spots, come in go with the shifting sands. Over the past several years, there have been various various beach renourishment projects in this area.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Suitable for all ability levels.

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Pretty mellow overall.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Plenty of room to spread out, but can get a crowd on a good peak.

Spot Rating

Poor

PoorPerfect

Two parks, north and south, can be reliable. The sand occasionally comes together and this spot can become a standout. Large parking lots and easy access. Can get sharky.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

Not too bad but can be challenging when the surf is bigger.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Usually very clean.

Hazards

Watch for shoreline fishers and sharks.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard, Skimming, Bodysurfing

Access

There are two parks, North/South, both with ample parking.

Bottom

Sand

Best Season

Fall-Spring, Hurricane

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