Surf Forecast  Cabretta Island

Cabretta Island surfspot characteristics

More about Cabretta Island surfspot

General: A small, stunning island that fronts Sapelo Island, Cabretta features a beachbreak out in front of the campground. It also has a long sandspit point that offers longer than average lefts on east or northeast swells. The sandspit is best on low to mid-tide. The beachbreak is best at high tide and works on all swells. Tides: mid to high Size: knee-head high Wind: W, NW Swell: NE, E, SE Bottom: Sand Paddling: Hard NE and SW winds can produce strong currents, but generally pretty mellow. Spot Rating: Can offer a fun little wave on its day, but overall not a surf destination.

Beginner to advanced. Get hurt out here, and it's a long way from home.

Boat or kayak. Only access is by water.

Late summer, early fall, early spring

Crowd Factor: None Local Vibe: None.

Pretty clean, although typically cloudy

Strong currents and miscellaneous sea creatures. No one around to help you if you injure yourself so take precaution.