Stuart Public Beach Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Stuart Public Beach Surf Guide
Although it lacks the form of Stuart Rocks, the Public Beach is often good when the Rocks is looking hungover, and it's almost always a few feet bigger. Big N-NE swells break over the reef way out back, and long walls roll in, sometimes all the way to the beach before closing out. The Public Beach breaks both ways, but long lefts are dominant on N swells, occasionally getting hollow on the inside. It's also surfable during stormy conditions, but be mindful of currents. Onshore winds really rip a good groundswell to shreds.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Big days, strong, fit surfers only; small days, beginners to experts.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
None.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Light to moderate.
Spot Rating
Fun
Overall average spot with easy access. There are better waves around but most of those are for well experienced surfers, so would look here if looking for an easier wave to surf.
Shoulder Burn
Exhausting
Not bad on average days but can be challenging paddle on bigger days.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean ocean water.
Hazards
Watch currents and inside reef especially.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Easy, but beware of break-ins.
Bottom
Reef and sand
Best Season
Fall-Spring, Hurricane
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