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Storm at Au Sable Point

Au Sable Point

A remote Lake Superior point where Au Sable Light sits over a rocky, shoal-ridden shelf that can produce punchy, short-period peaks on a rare north-northwest fetch. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Au Sable Point in Michigan.

Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Expert
LocationMichigan, US
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The Wave

When surf does show, aim for a true north-northwest long fetch for better size and clean lines, and look for southerly winds (from the south) for offshore grooming.

Tides on Lake Superior are negligible so wind and swell period control most windows.

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The shoreline is lined with nearshore rock and a shoal that runs offshore - consequences: punchy takeoffs and submerged hazards demand respect.

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