Block Island
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real real fickle...but when it goes off longest wave on the east coast.
Atmosphere:
Many breaks on the island...but if you get skunked you are out on the island and the mainland is going off that has been a problem...if the swell direction isn't perfect ...you are screwed.
Additional Info:
ferry from Point Judith RI then taxi to break..
Only way in Locals are hard core... watch out
my buddy from NJ got the crap beat out of him..for real....wave is worth it.
Location
Loading...Access
Get off the ferry and grab a taxi with a local...you will never find it with out help.
| Walk | Long walk (>30 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Yes |
| Boat required | No |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Point break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Left |
| Bottom | Sandy with rock |
| Power | Fun |
| Frequency | Rarely breaks (5 days/year) |
| Normal length | Exceptional (>500m) |
| Good day length | Don't know |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | North, NorthWest, West, NorthEast |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | South, SouthEast |
| Swell size | Over 12ft - 16ft and over |
| Tide | Low and mid tide |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Crowded |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
Rips / undertow, Rocks, Localism
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Fenway
15.06 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Panic Point
15.09 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Boulders |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Montauk point - Turtles
15.58 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Boulders |
| Frequency: | Don't know |