28th St Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE
Wind
N, NW, WNW with swell
Surf Height
Waist high to a few feet overhead
Tide
Medium to high
28th St Surf Guide
28th street is marked by the first groin south of Flagship. Although usually not a good surfing wave since the groin is too short, it can be a good spot to paddle out to get to the south peak at Flagship when there is a strong south to north current.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Positive, but sometimes too crowded with beginners.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Can be crowded in the summer with local surf schools.
Spot Rating
Poor
Can occasionally light up if everything comes together.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Can be tough to stay in position if it is breaking outside the jetty.
Water Quality
Fair
Proximity to Houston shipping channel and runoff from Galveston equals often not the best water quality.
Hazards
Unskilled surfers in line-up.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Easy, paid parking on the seawall.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
Late summer/fall; late winter to mid-spring
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