Surf Forecast Horace Caldwell Pier
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In Port Aransas, the Horace Caldwell Pier peaks up on either side depending on swell direction, sandbanks and tide levels. Best on a E-SE swell at mid tide.
General: Located in Port Aransas, Horace Caldwell Pier provides consistent pier bowls on either side. Waves are usually softer than what you can find farther south. Tides: Medium Size: Waist high to a few feet overhead Wind: N, NW or W with swell Swell: S, SE, E Bottom: Sand. Paddling: The rip by the pier makes it easy to get out, but expect to paddle against the current to stay in position. Spot Rating: Best longboard wave in the state on its days.
Beginner to advanced
Easy, free parking at the pier.
Late summer/fall; late winter to mid-spring
Crowd Factor: Dense lineup at the best peaks when there is swell, spread out the farther from the pier you get. Local Vibe: Relatively positive. Be cool and keep it that way.
Pretty consistent spot with crowds sometimes a factor but there are lots of options around here.
Relatively clean.
Unskilled surfers in line-up.