The Surf Window

Rockpiles

South Shore, USA

Reef breakAdvanced

A sharp left and right reef break over a rocky bottom with defined walls. The rock structure creates a fun shape with multiple sections. Local spot with a good crew.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

Trade winds light

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

April-October

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The Wave

Type

A-frame

Bottom

Rock and reef

Shape

Defined walls

Length

70-170m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Defined walls, multiple sections, learnable but respectful

Hazards

  • •Rocky bottom scrapes
  • •Reef current
  • •Local respect needed

Local Tips

  • •The rock formation creates the shape
  • •Study the break from shore first
  • •Good crew usually in the water

Location

Map showing the location of Rockpiles in South Shore, USA

21.2580, -157.8010