Surf: General: Short groin in front of the Holiday Inn Express and famous local eatery, The Spot. Worth a check on your drive down the seawall, but you usually can find better peaks elsewhere. Tides: Medium to high Size: Waist to head high Wind: N, NW, WNW with swell Swell: S, SE Bottom: Sand. Paddling: Can be tough to stay in position if it is breaking outside the jetty. Spot Rating: Probably worth looking elsewhere if you are in Galveston. Access: Easy, paid parking on the seawall. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Minimal; find your own peak. Local Vibe: Positive. Environment: Proximity to Houston shipping channel and runoff from Galveston equals often not the best water quality. Hazards: Strong currents near the jetty. Season: Late summer/fall; late winter to mid-spring