Long, wedgey beachbreak on the east end of Folly Island that peels off sandbars and jetties into powerful lefts and rights when southeast groundswells hit. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for The Washout in South Carolina.
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It cleans up for mid-to-high tide with long-period SE/ESE groundswells and light NW offshore breezes.
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Lineup Guide
The Washout sits at the island apex where shifting sandbars and rock groins create many wedgey peaks and frequent strong rips - expect crowded lineups and occasionally aggressive localism on bigger days.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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