Surf: General: Pompano Joe's is a restaurant sitting high atop a cliff, overlooking the Gulf. To get there, follow Old Highway 98 east to Pompano Joe's. There's a large parking area to the west, with bathrooms and showers. This break is popular for its great access and consistently good sandbar, as both the inside and outside work all year long. Tides: Low going high Size: Waist-overhead Wind: NW, N, NE Swell: SE, S, SW Bottom: Sand Paddling: Easy on small days, tougher paddle on larger swells. Spot Rating: Pretty average spot overall. No one is driving here solely to surf this spot. Access: Large parking lot. Crowds: Crowd Factor: None to speak of. Local Vibe: Mellow. Environment: This is the emerald coast, so named due to the water color. Hazards: Falling down the stairs of the boardwalk. Season: Fall-Spring, Hurricane