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Ocean City NJ

Ocean City, USA
👥Crowded

Ocean City NJ is the family-friendly face of Jersey Shore surfing—a "dry town" with a classic boardwalk where multiple jetty setups create consistent, accessible peaks for surfers of all levels. The wave quality won't blow any minds, but the reliability and forgiving nature make it perfect for learning or getting exercise between swells. The jetties focus whatever swell arrives, and the local surf shops have been outfitting riders for decades. For families balancing surf time with boardwalk obligations, Ocean City delivers on both fronts.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
ESE (110°)
Direction range
80° - 160°
Size range
0.6m - 2.5m
Ideal period
12s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
WNW (290°)
Offshore range
260° - 330°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
low to mid
Optimal range
0.4m - 1.3m

Water temp

17°C

Wetsuit

3/2mm fullsuit

Difficulty

3/10

Crowd level

7/10

Access: Dry town. Boardwalk access.

Getting There

Airport
ACY
Drive time
15 min

Nearby Buoy

Forecasts are validated against real-time buoy data.

44009 (NOAA)

Best Season

Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

Secondary: Aug

Best during hurricane season.

Data Quality

verified

Verified by Surfline spot guide