Overview
Naples Pier is the area's main break and the most consistent and most surfed spot around here. Waves peel over sand on either side of the pier, giving both beach and pier peaks. The north side tends to bowl off the pilings, while the south side runs longer but mushier. On large cold fronts that flips: the north side blows out while the south side holds the bowl. It's an honest, reliable spot for the area, average rather than a standout.
When It Works
The break draws swell from northwest through north to southwest (NW-N-SW) and is usable from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft. It comes into its own across autumn, winter and spring, and picks up hurricane swells too. As the most consistent break in the area, it sees waves more often than its neighbours. Paddling out is easy most days, though the bigger windswell days ask a bit more of you.
Wind and Tide
Look for east-northeast (ENE) offshore wind, with a workable wind window running from north through east to south-southeast (N-E-SSE). It breaks best on low to mid tide, and a rising tide is generally the better call.
Local Tips
Just about anyone can find a wave here: it suits beginners through to experts, and works for shortboards, funboards, longboards and skimboards alike. Expect a busy lineup when it's on, with a somewhat reserved atmosphere in the water. Keep an eye out for the pier pilings and the remnants of old pilings. The water is usually clean, aside from the occasional red tide.
Access
Parking is metered, so feed the meter or move along.
