Surf: General: The cove is a gentle option that works on a low to mid tide. It's a softer a-frame that can wall up on the inside with the right combo of swell and tide. It can get crowded when the waves are pumping. Tides: Low to mid tide Size: Chest high-overhead+ Wind: NW, W, SW Swell: SW, S, SE Bottom: Rock and sand Paddling: Can be some work if there is size. Spot Rating: Can be good on the right wind/swell combo. Access: Easy. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Can get crowded when it is working. Local Vibe: Can be unfriendly to outsiders. Environment: Pretty good. Hazards: Cold winter temperatures. Season: Storm dependent: tropical cyclones in the late summer and fall with frontal activity from late fall through winter into spring.