Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediatefall

Rodanthe Pier

Consistent Outer Banks beach break. Fun peaks around the pier. Less crowded than southern OBX spots. Good hurricane swell magnet.

Beach break with pier

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

E, NE

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (W)

Season

fall

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

North Carolina

Region

Outer Banks

Coordinates

35.5880, -75.4640

NOAA Buoy

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