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Lewes Street Surf Beach

3.9 — based on 22 community signals
4.3 12 especies 38 colaboradores

Lewes Street Surf Beach offers year-round waves in Fenwick Island State Park, Delaware, with consistent local breaks and protected waters.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Fenwick Island State Park updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Temp. del agua
2–24°C
Shore entryMPAFamily-friendlyBeginner

De un vistazo

Actividad
surf
Dificultad
beginner
Temp. del agua
2–24 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Delfín mular

Mapa

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
5 kn
Olas
0.64 m
Agua
24.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (33%)
Now: ENE (69°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.51m

Hoy: Alta 14:00 (+0.09m), Baja 07:00 (-0.72m)

+0.6 m0 m-0.9 m
▼ 07:00 · -0.72m ▲ 14:00 · +0.09m ▼ 21:00 · -0.59m ▲ 02:00 · -0.24m Ahora -0.3m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV6.2 · high Aire PM2.525 · moderate 06:44 19:03
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 8.9 0.72 6 0mm
09-19 12.1 1.04 6 0mm
09-20 13 1.04 5 0mm
09-21 14 1.6 1 1mm
09-22 25.9 2.58 1 9mm
09-23 27 3.24 1 47mm
09-24 26.7 3.36 2 2mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (2–24°C)

About this spot

Lewes Street Surf Beach is a popular local break in Fenwick Island State Park, offering waves throughout the year. Located in Delaware, this protected area combines accessible surfing with the natural habitat benefits of a state park setting. The beach draws both regular surfers and visitors seeking reliable conditions. The spot sits within managed park boundaries, which helps preserve water quality and marine environments. Year-round swells make it a dependable choice whether you're planning a winter escape or summer session. The protected status means you'll experience a well-maintained beach environment with good access points. Local knowledge is valuable here—community videos and species observations show this is an active, monitored break. The combination of consistent waves and park protection makes Lewes Street a solid option for surfers looking for a stable, managed break.

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

Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Vida marina

Delfín mular

Tipos de buceo

Costa

Esenciales del viaje

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

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 7 mm semi-dry
  • 🏄 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%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 7 mm semi-dry
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 5964km · ~1372kg · €25

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to surf Lewes Street?

Lewes Street works year-round, so conditions are available whenever you can get there. Check local forecasts before each session for optimal swell direction and size.

What's the difficulty level at Lewes Street?

Specific difficulty ratings aren't documented. Contact local operators or check community resources to understand current conditions and whether they match your skill level.

What marine life has been observed here?

Twelve species observations are recorded at this location. The protected park status supports diverse marine habitat. Review local guides or speak with park staff for current wildlife information.

Do I need permits to surf Lewes Street?

Lewes Street is inside Fenwick Island State Park. Check park regulations regarding beach access, parking, and any seasonal restrictions before your visit.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

192 registros · 37 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Phoca vitulina

Mammalia · Phocidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ene 2026
×1registros

Delphinus delphis

Mammalia · Delphinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×4registros

Neverita duplicata

Gastropoda · Naticidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×2registros

Busycotypus canaliculatus

Gastropoda · Busyconidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Ilyanassa obsoleta

Gastropoda · Nassariidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Ensis leei

Bivalvia · Pharidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Astrangia poculata

Anthozoa · Astrangiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Tursiops truncatus

Common bottlenose dolphin
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
30 jul 2025
×1registros

Tursiops truncatus

Common bottlenose dolphin
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
24 ago 2024
×4registros

Leucoraja erinaceus

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 ago 2017
×1registros

Leucoraja erinaceus

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 ago 2014
×1registros

Tursiops truncatus

Common bottlenose dolphin
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ago 2014
×3registros

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

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💬 3 top comments
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💬 3 top comments
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Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "This short access boardwalk has a little sign Steve’s Way #EveryDoor"

    ElliottPlack · 2025-07-01
  • "Drinking Water (Node: 2393074732) should have tag "dog=designated" and "seasonal=yes""

    anonymous · 2025-04-21
  • "Some info on buildings via StreetComplete_ee 58.1 Attached photo(s): https://westnordost.de/p/228232.jpg https://westnordost.de/p/228233.jpg https://westnordost.de/p/228234.jpg https://westnordost.de/p/228235.jpg https://westnordost.de/p/228236.jpg https://westnordost.de/p/228237.jpg https://westnordost.de/p/228238.jpg"

    ElliottPlack · 2024-07-28
  • "Hydrant via StreetComplete_ee 58.1 Attached photo(s): https://westnordost.de/p/228203.jpg"

    ElliottPlack · 2024-07-28
wind peaks Mar-Jan-Feb, calmest Oct-Aug-Jul, dry Jan-Dec, water 2-24°C.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
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rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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