Old Man's
Surf Guide
Inside the Hemingway Marina, a righthander breaks along the rock wall that forms part of the marina's separation from open water. It's a rolling wave that acts like a small reef pass, taking the prevailing wind side-offshore and throwing an occasional lip over a shallow section.
Ability Level
All Abilities
BegIntAdv
Beginner to (the lazy) advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
WelcomingIntimidating
Not much; it's a known beginner spot.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
MellowHeavy
Heavy at all times.
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
Fun shape, never critical.
Shoulder Burn
Light
LightExhausting
Light
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
Clean
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SSE, S, SSW
Wind
N, NW
Surf Height
Knee high to overhead
Tide
Mid.