Quintana Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE, E
Wind
N, NW; W with swell
Surf Height
Waist to head high
Tide
Medium
Quintana Surf Guide
Across the jetties from Surfside is Quintana. Usually serves up mushy waves but can occasionally provide some punchy surf on strong South-East or East swells.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Positive.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Usually empty except for select swells.
Spot Rating
Poor
Has its rare days, but usually a mush burger.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Can be a long paddle on the big days.
Water Quality
Dirty
Can get pretty dirty. Flanked by the Freeport harbor, home of several chemical plants, and the Brazos River delta.
Hazards
Currents by the jetty.
Bring Your
Funboard, Longboard, SUP
Access
Easy, but drive around from Surfside takes some time.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
Fall; winter to mid-spring
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