'L' Jetty surf guide

'L' Jetty in Avon is a spot that you don’t want to miss if you’re in the area. It's important to note that this is not the L Jetty you might find in Deal. The jetty has an L shape and primarily breaks with a southerly swell. The waves here can be a bit tricky, and the conditions are highly dependent on the tides. It's generally best to surf during low to mid tide when the swell starts to hit. You'll find a mixture of sand bottom and some nooks around the jetty that change the experience. It can turn from decent surfing to not so great pretty quickly based on the swell and tide alignment. If the right conditions come together, you might find yourself riding some good waves.

The waves at 'L' Jetty can range from waist high (approximately 0.9 meters) to well overhead (up to about 2.4 meters). The spot handles a variety of swell sizes, typically from 3 feet (around 0.9 meters) up to 8 feet (roughly 2.4 meters). It works best with east winds, and the preferred swell directions are from the east, south, and southeast. You'll find both left and right waves breaking here, but keep in mind that the waves are known for being backwashy, especially at low tide. The crowd factor is usually mellow to moderate, making it a relatively chill place to surf, although the vibe is moderately local, so be respectful. Surfers of all abilities will find something suitable here, whether you’re on a shortboard, fish, funboard, longboard, or bodyboard.

Access to 'L' Jetty is pretty easy, but make sure to keep an eye out for beach badges in the summer, as they are required. The environment is mostly clean, and you should be cautious of some hazards like shallow bottoms and rip currents. The best surf season here is during autumn and winter, specifically from September through March, when the surf is usually more consistent. If you can catch it on the right day, it can really be a fun spot to ride some waves.