Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediatefall

South Padre Island

Texas' southernmost surf spot. Beach break with jetty near the island's north end. Hurricane swells produce the best conditions. Gulf of Mexico waves.

Beach break with jetty

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

E, SE

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (W)

Season

fall

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Texas

Region

Rio Grande Valley

Coordinates

26.1075, -97.1665

NOAA Buoy

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