Hull Bay
Hull Bay is the US Virgin Islands' premier surf spot—a reef break on St Thomas's north shore that picks up N swells and produces quality waves for the small but dedicated local community. The setting is beautiful and the vibe is mellow.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 20°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 100° - 170°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: North shore St Thomas. USVI's main spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Hull Bay?
Hull Bay is a reef break in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Hull Bay?
Hull Bay picks up swell from the NW round to the NNE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the N. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Hull Bay?
A SE wind is dead offshore at Hull Bay, and anything from the E round to the S keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Hull Bay?
Hull Bay is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.6m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Hull Bay?
The most reliable run of swell at Hull Bay comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Best in USVI. Needs solid N swell.
How cold is the water at Hull Bay?
The water at Hull Bay averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Hull Bay good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Best in USVI. Needs solid N swell.
How do I get to Hull Bay?
The nearest airport on our list is STT, then it's roughly a 20-minute drive. North shore St Thomas. USVI's main spot.
What other surf spots are near Hull Bay?
The closest breaks we track are Cinnamon Bay (22 km), Apple Bay (29 km) and Cane Garden Bay (33 km), handy when Hull Bay isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Best in USVI. Needs solid N swell.
Getting There
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