Crowd & Localism
Because the spot rarely produces rideable surf, lineups are almost always empty. On the rare day something shows, expect a handful of beginners and longboarders. No localism pressure to speak of.
South New Jersey, New Jersey, United States
Long Beach Township
39.577, -74.225
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
Editor-reviewedCross-checked against WannaSurf
At a glance
- Long Beach Township is a varies over beach, weak powerless beach break, breakwater-blocked.
- Suits beginner surfers, working 1-3 ft.
- Peak June to September.
Varies · BeachBeginner1–3 ftJun – Sep
A breakwater-blocked beach that barely functions as a surf spot, Long Beach Township sits inside Long Beach Harbor on the New Jersey coastline, though the access notes in community reports place it in Long Beach, California. The Long Beach Breakwater, built in the 1940s, blocks nearly all incoming swell, leaving this stretch wave-starved on almost every day of the year. On rare occasions a southerly swell with enough west in it sneaks past the breakwater and produces small, weak, slow-rolling beach break waves. When it does fire, expect waist-high or smaller surf with little to no power. This is a spot for absolute beginners on soft-tops or longboards, and only worth visiting if everything else within range is completely blown out. Bottom: sand. Season: rare south swells, summer. Consistency: very low. Honest warning: virtually every nearby break will be better on any given day, so check alternatives first.
Wave fit
Skill suited
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Best months
Jun – Sep
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Character
Weak powerless beach break, breakwater-blocked.
Trip planning
Quick facts
Wetsuit
2mm
What to bring
- Longboard or soft-top for small weak surf
- Beginner foamie 8ft+
Lineup
Mellow lineup
Where it sits
Location
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About this break
What it's actually like
Access & Facilities
The beach is accessible via surface streets through the Long Beach area. Parking, restrooms, and amenities are available in the broader Long Beach beachfront zone. No special gear or access logistics required.
Nearby Alternatives
When this spot is flat, which is most of the time, Seal Beach to the south offers far more consistent beach break peaks and is a short drive away. Huntington Beach further south delivers reliable surf across a wide swell range and suits all skill levels.
10-day swell, wind and tide
Long Beach Township surf forecast
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Frequently asked
What you need to know before paddling out at Long Beach Township
What skill level is Long Beach Township suited for?
Long Beach Township is a beach bottom, weak powerless beach break, breakwater-blocked, break suited for beginner surfers. Beginners can give it a go on the smaller end of the size range.
What size does Long Beach Township work best at?
Working size is 1 to 3 ft. Below 1 ft the swell goes flat. Above 3 ft it tends to close out.
When is the best season to surf Long Beach Township?
Long Beach Township fires from June through September. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does Long Beach Township need?
Long Beach Township switches on with swells out of the S to SW (180 to 225 degrees).
What type of wave is Long Beach Township?
Long Beach Township is a varies-breaking wave over beach. Weak powerless beach break, breakwater-blocked.
How crowded is Long Beach Township?
Lineup is mellow. Visiting surfers fit in fine if they wait their turn.
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