About This Spot
Long Beach Island / Surf City, New Jersey (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Jersey (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–SSW winds, peaking from June to August, Long Beach Island / Surf City, New Jersey (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
During summer the SW thermal wind blows, which is sideoffshore here. Fall to spring mainly NE winds with cold fronts. After 2-3 days with SW winds, the wind switches to West winds.
When to Go
Nice and warm during summer. Fall and spring needs a long wetsuit, during winter a thick wetsuit.
What to Expect
Depending on the wind directions and strengths, you will find chop or up to medium waves.
Wind & Conditions
NE · SSW
Best wind direction
During summer the SW thermal wind blows, which is sideoffshore here. Fall to spring mainly NE winds with cold fronts. After 2-3 days with SW winds, the wind switches to West winds.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Depending on the wind directions and strengths, you will find chop or up to medium waves.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Garden State Pkwy take 72 east to Long Beach Island. Here turn left and you will get to Surf City.
Location
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