Boston Bay
Boston Bay is Jamaica's most popular surf spot—a reef break in Portland parish that offers both gentle waves for learners and hollow sections for more experienced surfers. The nearby jerk centers add to the authentic Jamaican experience.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 80°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Offshore range
- 150° - 210°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Portland parish. Jamaica's surf hub.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Jamaica's most popular. Gentle waves, hollow tubes before long ride.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
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Bull Bay - Copa
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Lighthouse
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