Stoney Point
Stoney Point is the premiere surfing location on Lake Superior—a gnarly reef break that catches the full fury of northeastern storms. Located on the scenic North Shore between Duluth and Two Harbors, the spot features exposed granite shelves that create powerful, lined-up waves reaching 10-12 feet in major weather events. The remoteness means you'll rarely encounter crowds, but the tradeoff is frigid conditions and no facilities. When NE gales rake across the lake's 350-mile fetch, Stoney Point delivers some of the most impressive freshwater waves on the planet.
Stoney Point surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 0° - 90°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.95×
- Ideal period
- 7s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 180° - 270°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
6°C
Wetsuit
6/5mm + boots, gloves, hood
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Along Scenic Highway 61, 10 miles north of Duluth. Multiple rocky access points.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Stoney Point?
The Stoney Point profile does not specify a preferred tide stage. That does not mean tide has no effect: check local conditions alongside swell and wind.
What wind direction is offshore at Stoney Point?
The Stoney Point profile uses wind from SW (225°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 180° to 270°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Stoney Point?
The Stoney Point scoring profile favors swell from NE (0° to 90°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 3.5m, and a reference period of 7s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Stoney Point?
The main season at Stoney Point is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Apr. NE winds generate best swells. Peak storms October-February.
How do I get to Stoney Point?
The spot profile lists DLH as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 25 minutes. Along Scenic Highway 61, 10 miles north of Duluth. Multiple rocky access points.
What kind of wave is Stoney Point?
Stoney Point is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Apr
NE winds generate best swells. Peak storms October-February.