About This Spot
Emerald Isle, North Carolina (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in North Carolina (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–ENE–E winds, peaking from March to December, Emerald Isle, North Carolina (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Southwest is the prevailing wind but access is available to all directions almost.
When to Go
Weather is best from mid of March 15 to beginning of December.
What to Expect
Emerald Isle provides a variety of conditions from butter flat to 30 miles of roping beach break for downwinder heaven.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE · E · ESE · SE · SSE · S · SSW · SW · WSW · W
Best wind direction
Southwest is the prevailing wind but access is available to all directions almost.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Emerald Isle provides a variety of conditions from butter flat to 30 miles of roping beach break for downwinder heaven.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Take hwy 17 N. for 1h15m from Wilmington past Jacksonville. Take hwy 58 E. or take hwy 24 south from Morehead.
Location
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