About West End

Insanely fickle since the jetty reconstruction, West End offers occasional Sebastian Inlet-like right wedges for those in the known. The spot will turn off for several years, then reemerge for one shining season.

As in most small Long Island surf towns, the locals are very protective and have the place wired, so getting the better waves can be difficult.

Source: West End Surf Guide

Ability Level

All Abilities

Beg Int Adv

Beginner to advanced

Local Vibe

Doable

Welcoming Intimidating

Can get heavy on good days but mostly mellow to moderate.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

Mellow Heavy

Mostly not bad, unless the surf is good.

Spot Rating

Fun

Poor Perfect

Can get really fun on the right swell.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

Light Exhausting

Usually pretty mellow but big swells can be tough.

Water Quality

Clean

Clean Dirty

Pretty clean overall.

Additional Information

Hazards

Shallow bottom, rip currents.

Access

Large lot but a walk to get to the water

Bring Your

Shortboard, fish, longboard, bodyboard

Seabed

Sand

Best Season

September through March

Swell Consistency and Wind Overview

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