Reef Road
Reef Road is a Florida anomaly—one of the only true reef breaks in a state dominated by beach breaks. When solid northeast swells hit Palm Beach County, Reef Road's limestone ledges create hollow, barreling right-handers that feel more Caribbean than Florida. The wave needs significant swell to break properly, making it an event surf spot rather than a daily driver. When it's on, the local crew descends quickly, and visitors should bring booties for the shallow reef. For Florida surfers seeking tube time without leaving the state, Reef Road delivers rare barrels.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (70°)
- Direction range
- 45° - 110°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Offshore range
- 250° - 320°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
- Danger below
- 0.3m
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
6/10
👥 Summer Break (Jun 15 – Aug 25) — expect extra crowds
Access: Street parking. Residential area.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep
Needs significant NE swell to break properly.