The Wave
When the spot breaks, it usually comes in on S-SE to S-SW groundswells or tropical pulses.
Clean windows usually open with north to NNW winds and the spot trends best on mid to high tide.
Surf GuideAlabama
Dauphin Island Pier
A quieter Gulf beachbreak at the east end of Dauphin Island that can turn into fun lefts and rights when a strong southerly/tropical swell arrives and north winds go offshore. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Dauphin Island Pier in Alabama.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelAll levels
LocationAlabama, US
Forecast
- Waves 1 ft+
- Period 3 s
- Wind E 5 kt
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Spot Guide
Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
The lineup is low-key and easy to access by driving across the bridge then heading to Pelican Point, but expect strong rips and occasional undertow-treat bigger days with extra respect.
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