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The Wall - Hampton Beach

Hampton, USA
👥Crowded🪨Rocks🌀Strong rips

The Wall at Hampton Beach holds the unique distinction of being New Hampshire's only surf spot—the entire state has just 18 miles of coastline, and this is where the surf happens. The jetty creates sandbars that focus whatever swell arrives, from hurricane remnants to nor'easters, producing waves that punch well above their geographic weight. The local crew is tight-knit and has made the most of their limited coastline, surfing through brutal New England winters in conditions that would make most people stay home. For the novelty alone, The Wall is worth a session.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
E (85°)
Direction range
55° - 130°
Size range
0.8m - 3m
Ideal period
13s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
W (270°)
Offshore range
240° - 310°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.5m - 1.5m

Water temp

12°C

Wetsuit

5/4mm + boots

Difficulty

5/10

Crowd level

7/10

Access: NH's only 18 miles of coastline. Beach parking.

Getting There

Airport
MHT
Drive time
50 min

Nearby Buoy

Forecasts are validated against real-time buoy data.

44013 (NOAA)

Best Season

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

Nor'easters and hurricane remnants.

Data Quality

verified

Verified by Surfline spot guide