36th Street to 42nd Street Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

NE to SE

Wind

NW

Surf Height

Waist high-well overhead

Tide

Mid-high generally best

36th Street to 42nd Street Surf Guide

The section of beach from 36th Street to 42nd Street offers some of the best surf on the island. Northeast swells deliver quality lefts that break off the rock jetties in this part of town. Beach tags are required in Sea Isle City in the summer.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to experienced

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Mellow to moderate.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Light to moderate.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Fun on the right swell.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Most of the time is on the easier side, big days are tough.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Pretty clean overall, except after very heavy rain.

Hazards

Submerged jetty, rip currents.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard

Access

Easy, but toughest in the summer months.

Bottom

Sand

Best Season

September through March

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