S-Turns - Rodanthe
A powerful Outer Banks sandbar at the Rodanthe 'S' turns that routinely spits hollow, barreling beachbreaks and rewards bold, well-positioned takeoffs. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for S-Turns - Rodanthe in North Carolina.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
Works best on long-period SE-S swells with light W-NW offshore breezes.
Mid to low incoming tides tend to groom the bars but the break moves seasonally so scout on foot before committing.
Lineup Guide
The lineup concentrates around a shifting peak just down-current from the S-shaped road.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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