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First Bay

3.6 — based on 21 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

First Bay is a year-round surf destination in the United States with consistent waves and active community documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
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Actividad
surf
Dificultad
beginner

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
8.7 kn
Olas
2.02 m
Agua
27.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (28%)
Now: ENE (75°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.79m

Hoy: Alta 10:00 (+0.78m), Baja 19:00 (+0.42m)

+1.0 m+0.2 m
▲ 10:00 · +0.78m ▼ 19:00 · +0.42m ▼ 21:00 · +0.41m ▲ 22:00 · +0.42m Ahora +0.3m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.35 · very high Aire PM2.58 · good 06:07 18:19
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 9.4 2.08 8 5mm
09-19 8.9 2.2 8 7mm
09-20 11.5 2.16 9 5mm
09-21 12.2 2 8 1mm
09-22 8.5 2.64 8 34mm
09-23 7.6 2.62 8 46mm
09-24 11 2.54 6 59mm

About this spot

First Bay delivers accessible surf across all seasons, making it a reliable choice for paddlers seeking regular swell without seasonal gaps. The spot hosts an engaged local community, evidenced by twelve documented species observations and three community videos that capture conditions and marine encounters. The break sits outside protected marine areas, allowing flexible access for surfers of all backgrounds. The area supports diverse marine life, recorded through community observations that reveal what shares the lineup. Video documentation from locals provides current snapshots of wave quality and conditions, helping visiting surfers plan sessions effectively. This combination of year-round opportunity and transparent community intel makes First Bay a practical stop for coastal road trips. Access remains straightforward with no permit requirements tied to marine protection zones. The spot's consistent seasonal patterns mean you can time visits around your schedule rather than chasing narrow windows. Whether you're a passing traveler or planning a longer stay, First Bay's stable conditions and documented resources support solid planning.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Estados Unidos: 87 Sitios desde Manantiales hasta el Océano Abierto

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 120V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 12719km · ~2925kg · €53

Preguntas frecuentes

Can you surf First Bay year-round?

Yes. First Bay produces consistent swell across all seasons, so you can plan trips anytime that suits your schedule without chasing narrow seasonal windows.

What marine life is present at First Bay?

Twelve documented species observations are available through community records. Check local video documentation to see what's active during your planned visit.

Do I need permits or permissions to surf First Bay?

No. First Bay sits outside marine protected areas, so access is unrestricted for surfers. You can paddle out freely without special authorization.

How current is the information on conditions?

Three community videos provide recent snapshots of wave quality and conditions. These firsthand reports offer better real-time intel than forecasts alone.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

25 registros · 21 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
19 feb 2024
×1registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 mar 2022
×1registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
22 ene 2020
×1registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 mar 2014
×2registros

Cryptodromiopsis tridens

Malacostraca · Dromiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 ago 2013
×1registros

Cerithium atromarginatum

Gastropoda · Cerithiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 ago 2013
×1registros

Pseudorca crassidens

false killer whale
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
13 ago 2008
×1registros
Profundidad:
0 m

Chondrochelia dubia

Malacostraca · Leptocheliidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jun 2002
×1registros
Profundidad:
14 m

Syllidae

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jun 2002
×1registros
Profundidad:
1 m

Calappa gallus

Malacostraca · Calappidae
OBIS
Última observación:
5 jun 2002
×1registros
Profundidad:
20 m

Sympagurus dofleini

Malacostraca · Parapaguridae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 feb 1984
×1registros
Profundidad:
1140 m

Polychaeta

Polychaeta
OBIS
Última observación:
31 jul 1976
×1registros
Profundidad:
660 m

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Hurricane Frank Hits The Vans U.S. Open of Surfing

Stab: We like to surf
💬 3 top comments
  • So fun to be part of this show, next time trying to be a little more on the safe side 😂

    @Tristan_Guilbaud · 👍 4
  • Stab makes the best content on youtube.

    @markmarino7641 · 👍 5
  • super cuts in hb on Beach actually really sucks haha

    @MagicgerG · 👍 3

First Peak

SURFER
💬 3 top comments
  • Ah man. Hits so hard. The Inlet is where I learned how to surf. Beginning in 91 through 95 the inlet was my go to spot. Why surf anywhere else with a wave that good? I remember so vividly middle of July in 92 just a meager trade swell about 1-2 foot, but low tide first peak would transform that into a shred fest. Perfect wedging A frames that would connect through to second peak offering a ramp fo

    @jacobsmith4284 · 👍 6
  • All I had to hear was "Army Corps of Engineers" and I knew that wave had been destroyed.

    @timanctil8225 · 👍 17
  • the best thing about Sebastian , for me, is that while everybody else ran up there to be "seen", I was catching wave after wave elsewhere. Longer waves, at all tides,going left and right, reconnecting waves from way out back to the inside. Thank goodness Sebastian was so highly thought-of; I was surfing, instead hassling/hustling and harassing others for waves...Thank you Sebasatian Inlet !!

    @jimsweeney1134 · 👍 7

CT Surfers' First Look @ Strickland Bay, Rottnest Island

Stab: We like to surf
💬 3 top comments
  • Looks like a more condensed version of Main Break but with a good left.

    @nottherealChickenJoe · 👍 14
  • Without their comp shirts and heat commentary look like surfers at my local

    @darrenodonnell4138 · 👍 5
  • They need more lefts on tour

    @shano1587 · 👍 10
wind peaks Mar-Jul-Aug, calmest Dec-Sep-Oct.

Clima mensual de 5 años

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