51st Street 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
51st Street Surf Guide
51st Street is a chunky option in Galveston. You'll notice that both breaks tend to feature more shortboarders and increased competition in the lineup because of the grinding, hollow nature of the surf, so if you're a just-beginning surfer in the area, you might want to look for other peaks up or down the beach that aren't being so intensely surfed.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Positive.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Moderate.
Spot Rating
Poor
Above average groin in Galveston.
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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