The Surf Window

Dutch Harbor

Alaska, USA

Beach breakBeginner

A sheltered beachbreak inside Dutch Harbor with small, mellow waves, great for learning in Alaska's most accessible hub.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size2-4ft

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Mid to high

LowMidHigh

Season

June–September

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

A-frame

Bottom

Sand and silt

Shape

Soft, mellow peaks

Length

30–70m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Beginner
  • •Why: Smallest, most protected waves in the remote Aleutians.

Hazards

  • •Very small and mellow
  • •Harbor traffic
  • •Limited swell window due to sheltered position
  • •Cold water

Local Tips

  • •Most accessible break in the Aleutians, fly-in hub for Alaska adventures.
  • •Great for learning before attempting remote breaks.

Location

Map showing the location of Dutch Harbor in Alaska, USA

53.8868, -166.5418