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Outer Banks Pier

A classic South Nags Head beachbreak off the Outer Banks Pier that produces lefts and rights with some push on E-NE groundswell, with strong rip signatures near the pilings. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Outer Banks Pier in North Carolina.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationNorth Carolina, US
Spot Guide

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The Wave

The spot tends to fire on long-period E-NE swells with light westerly (offshore) winds, and it usually cleans up on a low, rising tide when sandbars line up.

Stay mid-beach for cleaner peaks and avoid paddling tight to the pilings.

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Lineup Guide

Rip currents often run strong beside the pier and can drag an unsuspecting surfer down the line.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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