Stone Pony Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SSE, SE
Wind
W
Surf Height
Waist high-well overhead.
Tide
Lower tides, unless it's big.
Stone Pony Surf Guide
The waves in Asbury Park are pretty standard beachbreak. The zone isn't as shapely as nearby towns, but it has its day, particularly during hurricanes and nor'easters. When it's good, it's thick, and there are barrels aplenty.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced.
Local Vibe
Doable
Mostly mellow.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Middle of the road for Monmounth County. Some crowds but rarely overcrowded.
Spot Rating
Fun
Can get really good on the right type of swell.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Mellow most of the time with rips forming around the groins on bigger days.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty clean overall.
Hazards
Shallow bottom, rip currents, groins, summer tourists.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Has improved in recent years, be aware of beach badges in the summer.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
September through March.
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