Ortley Beach surf guide
Surf: General: Here, you'll find several beachbreak alternatives to the big-name, big-crowd locations to the north. Each is highly dependent upon the sandbar at any given time. When the sandbars are good though, it can be a great spot if looking to ditch the crowds.
Tides: Lower tides, unless it's big
Size: Waist high-well overhead
Wind: W
Swell: S, SSE, SE
Bottom: Sand
Paddling: Doable for most surfers, even newbies.
Spot Rating: The sandbars can be hit-or-miss but fun on the right day.
Access: Easy but be aware of beach badges in the summer months.
Crowds: Crowd Factor: Plenty of room to find your own spot.
Local Vibe: Mellow.
Environment: Pretty clean overall.
Hazards: Shallow bottom, rip currents.
Season: September through March