The Wave
Best setup is a long-period NE swell with light W offshore winds (W/NW clean), with mid-rising to high tide improving peak shape and power.
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The Inlet and Pier
The Ocean City Inlet/Pier produces punchy, jetty-augmented beach-break peaks that can stand up from local windswells or organized NE groundswells and reward quick, committed turns. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for The Inlet and Pier in Maryland.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationMaryland, US
Forecast
- Waves 1-2 ft
- Period 7 s
- Wind NE 5 kt
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Watch the jetties and pier: sand shifts and rip channels focus peaks near the rocks and create strong currents around the inlet.
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