The Surf Window

Ocracoke

North Carolina, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

Island break with consistent sand bar peaks and good summer shape.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)
Size3-6ft

Wind

W

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

May-November

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Multiple peaks

Length

50-130m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Multiple peaks with good shape and manageable power

Hazards

  • •Ferry dependent access
  • •Shallow bars shift

Local Tips

  • •Ferry access only
  • •Quieter than Outer Banks mainline breaks

Location

Map showing the location of Ocracoke in North Carolina, USA

35.1146, -75.9809