The Pumphouse Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SE, S, SW
Wind
NW, N, NE
Surf Height
Chest-double overhead
Tide
Low to incoming
The Pumphouse Surf Guide
The Pumphouse is located midway between Sandpiper Cove and Two by Fours, where a pipe flushes the Destin Harbor with clean gulf water. Look for the low block building on the right after you pass Sandpiper Cove, and park along the road. When you get to the beach, you'll hopefully see a buoy marking where the outflow is. Otherwise, it's opposite the pumphouse, about 250 yards out. It's mostly a winter wave with a big outside take-off and hollow inside.
Ability Level
Advanced
Expert, fit surfer only.
Local Vibe
Doable
Bring your best war face.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Moderate, strong local vibe.
Spot Rating
Fun
Average spot and suitable for many ability levels.
Shoulder Burn
Exhausting
Strong paddlers only.
Water Quality
Clean
This is the emerald coast, so named due to the water color.
Hazards
Watch currents, jetties powerful shorebreak and crackheads.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Gun
Access
Medium walk, dangerous parking area.
Bottom
Shallow, hard-packed sand
Best Season
Fall-Spring, Hurricane
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