Skill Level: Beginner to advanced.
Wave Type: Beach Break. Best Swell Direction: ESE. Best Wind Direction: N to WSW. Best Tide: Mid to high tide (incoming). Swell Direction Range: E to ESE (and SSE if big and NE on big Noreasters). Surfable Break Size: Knee plus. Bottom Type: Sand (with rocky outcroppings at either end of the beach).
Comments: Both this break and Long Beach are more consistent than generally thought (even though the Cape blocks some of the swells). This spot can get quite steep and is not suitable for a beginner if bigger than waist to chest. As with most beach breaks the paddle out can be a challenge if waves are big. Note: surf is forbidden 9 to 5 in the summer months (June through August), while lifeguards are on duty. The beach also gets extremely crowded with tourists if the weather is good. Hazards: The paddle out in big surf. Localism: None known of. Parking: A large lot ($15 on season) nearby.