Flagler Beach Pier
Florida Surf Spots
Surf Guide
Heading south from St. Augustine, you'll pass Marineland before entering Frieda Zamba and Will Tant's home of Flagler Beach, a relaxed beach town with one true break, the Flagler Beach Pier. Crowds aren't too bad, and if you show some respect, you'll be welcome. Act like an idiot, get treated like an idiot. The break here changes with the seasons but is fairly easy to read when you pull up.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Mid to more experienced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Low key.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Nothing in winter, but can be crowded in summer.
Spot Rating
Fun
Sort of off the radar spot but this place gets good. Lots of options - shorebreak, outside, just depends on the tide.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Easy when it's small. Solid paddle on a bigger swell breaking outside.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean water for the most part but can get murky.
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NE-ENE but can be good on any direction
Wind
W
Surf Height
Waist-high to overhead
Tide
Low, incoming