Spessard Holland surf guide
Surf: General: When a swell has other high tide spots washing through, Spessard can be clean and throwing. A deep trough past the inside sandbar allows for steep waves to cascade over the drastic depth change, creating a mid-section with the feel and push of a shorebreak. The sandbars, like most spots, come in go with the shifting sands. Over the past several years, there have been various various beach renourishment projects in this area.
Tides: Low to mid tide
Size: Waist-3' overhead
Wind: SW-W
Swell: NE-ENE
Bottom: Sand
Paddling: Not too bad but can be challenging when the surf is bigger.
Spot Rating: Two parks, north and south, can be reliable. The sand occasionally comes together and this spot can become a standout. Large parking lots and easy access. Can get sharky.
Access: There are two parks, North/South, both with ample parking.
Crowds: Crowd Factor: Plenty of room to spread out, but can get a crowd on a good peak.
Local Vibe: Pretty mellow overall.
Environment: Usually very clean.
Hazards: Watch for shoreline fishers and sharks.
Season: Fall-Spring, Hurricane