Surf: General: "C" for crowded, "C" for crammed, "C" for crazy when rideable waves arrive, C Street remains the hotbed for surfing action in Wrightsville. The waves can get good, so sometimes it's "C" for consistent -- just come prepared to share the lineup with all manner of waveriders. Tides: Low to mid tide Size: Chest high-overhead Wind: West to Northwest Swell: S, SE Bottom: Sand Paddling: Normally not bad but south swells can sometimes have some current to contend with. Spot Rating: Sand-dependent but one of the more consistent spots in the area. Access: Parking meters are all over the place from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Other than that, it's wide open. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Definitely can get crowded, especially in the fall when UNCW students are around. Local Vibe: Can get a bit irritating due to the crowds but overall not too bad. Environment: Normally OK but with enough rain or a hurricane it can get pretty bad. Hazards: "Localism" from UNCW students, Cape Fear River water. Season: Storm dependent: tropical cyclones in the late summer and fall with frontal activity from late fall through winter into spring.