The Surf Window

Ruggles

Rhode Island, USA

Beach breakBeginner

Protected beach with mellow rolling waves and good summer shape. Sits inside the curve of the Rhode Island coast where the geography filters swell into easy, predictable walls. A quiet spot away from the Narragansett crowds.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)
Size2-4ft

Wind

W

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

June-September

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

A-frame

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Mellow rolling

Length

60-140m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Beginner
  • •Why: Protected mellow shape with forgiving walls

Hazards

  • •Limited swell size
  • •Occasional crowds

Local Tips

  • •Small town quiet spot
  • •Summer consistency good

Location

Map showing the location of Ruggles in Rhode Island, USA

41.4297, -71.5583