Ogunquit
New England Surf Spots
Surf Guide
The Ogunquit Rivermouth is the best-known break in Maine. The wave breaks off Lobster Point and produces long, workable rights and fast, inside lefts. The quality of the wave varies with swell direction and the shifting sand bottom -- it works well up to a few feet overhead, after which large waves tend to get mushy as they start cresting on the outer shoal. At that point, many of the locals head up to Kennebunkport. Slightly to the north of the rivermouth, the main beach provides plenty of peaks. It breaks through most any tide, except absolute high.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced.
Local Vibe
Doable
Variable according to swell.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Thick inside the rocks, empty at the main beach.
Spot Rating
Fun
Can be fun with the right combination of swell, wind and tide.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Pretty mellow in the summer but much worse in the winter when cold water and air necessitate full winter gear.
Water Quality
Fair
Pretty good, except after a big rain.
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
E
Wind
W
Surf Height
Chest high-just overhead
Tide
Incoming