Surf: General: Redcar is not renowned as a classic surf spot. The town is fringed by high tide sea defences and to the south there are numerous groynes. The ocean is shallow here with a reef that stretches far out to sea and windfarms can be seen offhore. However, in a small, clean swell from the northeast or southeast there are a couple of little corners of reef that are fun and uncrowded. Easy to check from the coast road with plenty of parking. Tides: Low to mid. Size: Thigh to head high. Wind: SW Swell: NE Bottom: Mostly sand with long flat reef and high tide sea wall. Paddling: Easy when small, rippy when bigger. Spot Rating: Needs a clean, long period NE swell. Not a classic but can be fun. Access: Roadside parking and car parks available. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Most people head for nearby Saltburn so quiet. Local Vibe: Chilled and chilly. Environment: Can be poor as close to polluted River Tees. Hazards: Water can be polluted and groynes. Season: September - February