43rd St Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE
Wind
N, NW, WNW with swell
Surf Height
Waist to head high
Tide
Medium to high
43rd St Surf Guide
Another one of the numerous groins in Galveston, 43rd can provide some good peaks on both sides. Usually less crowded than several of the other spots on the island.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Relatively positive. Be cool and keep it that way.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Moderate.
Spot Rating
Fun
One of the more consistent peaks on the seawall.
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
Strong currents near the jetty.
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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