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.