Newport Pier (Blackies) surf forecast

Newport Beach · California (Orange County) · United States

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Blackies, next to Newport Pier, is the main south swell magnet in town. It can run into good shape on a summer southwest swell; keep clear of the pier pilings.

Break

beach break, lefts and rights; faces SW

Level

intermediate

Best swell

S, SSW, SW

Best wind

E, ENE, ESE (offshore)

Best tide

low to mid tide

Season

Summer south swells

Typical size

0.5-2 m

Crowd

high

Hazards

pier pilings; shorebreak; crowds

Nearby spots

• San Clemente Pier, San Clemente
• T Street, San Clemente

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