Assateague Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE, NE
Wind
West
Surf Height
Head high-overhead+
Tide
Low to mid tide
Assateague Surf Guide
This is more of a beginner/longboard wave, breaking out on a bar with a trench near shore. When town is closing out, however, Assateague holds the size with outside peaks. With no main swell focus, it's easy to set off with your friends and find a wave of your own.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Any and all levels
Local Vibe
Welcoming
None.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Plenty of room to spread out.
Spot Rating
Fun
Can get good when the sand/wind/swell come together.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Not bad but can be some work on bigger south swells.
Water Quality
Clean
No concerns.
Hazards
None really.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Easy, nice to have four-wheel drive and permit.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Storm dependent: tropical cyclones in the late summer and fall with frontal activity and nor'easters in the late fall and winter.
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