Marina Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Marina Surf Guide
Usually a winter spot, the Marina Herzliya shines on those big, stormy days when every spot around is blown out, since the breaking waves go through the deep-water channel at the entrance of the Marina. Usually an A-frame beachbreak kind of wave that, with protection from the Marina itself to the south, can handle almost any southerly wind up to 30 kts.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Up to head-high most surfers will be okay, but when it’s stormy with big surf and a lot of current it can get a bit sketchy.
Local Vibe
Doable
Usually mellow, but can get quite aggressive from time to time.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Most of the time the peak will be full of SUPs and longboarders, although you can still find it with thin crowds once in a while.
Spot Rating
Fun
Needs a good sandbar to work properly.
Shoulder Burn
Light
An easy paddle if you stick to the T-shaped jetty on the north side.
Water Quality
Dirty
Bad. The Marina is located right in front of the main rainwater drainage of the entire city of Herzliya.
Hazards
Clueless crowds.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard
Access
Either find a spot on the street, which can be difficult on good days, or go into the parking lot, which can be expensive.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
November-April.
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