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Wilderness

3.7 — based on 20 community signals
4.2 12 especies 27 colaboradores

Wilderness is a year-round surf destination in the United States with consistent waves and accessible breaks for multiple skill levels.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Shore entry

De un vistazo

Actividad
surf
Dificultad
beginner

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
7 kn
Olas
0.8 m
Agua
30.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (37%)
Now: ENE (74°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.39m

Próxima: Alta a las 00:00 (+0.4m)

+0.6 m+0.2 m
▲ 00:00 · +0.4m ▼ 07:00 · +0.22m ▲ 15:00 · +0.56m ▼ 22:00 · +0.32m Ahora +0.4m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.3 · very high Aire PM2.512 · good 06:16 18:28
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 7.5 0.82 8 2mm
09-19 6.6 0.8 9 16mm
09-20 5.2 0.56 8 7mm
09-21 4.8 0.46 8 7mm
09-22 6.7 0.42 9 7mm
09-23 9.5 0.46 8 11mm
09-24 4.8 0.52 8 2mm

About this spot

Wilderness offers reliable surfing throughout the year, making it a solid choice for anyone chasing waves without seasonal constraints. The break produces rideable swells for both beginners working on fundamentals and intermediate surfers looking to refine technique. The area sits outside marine protected zones, giving surfers straightforward access without permit complications. Local conditions support a diverse range of sessions. Swell patterns remain stable across months, which means you can plan trips with confidence. The break's design creates multiple peaks, so crowds spread out naturally even when other surfers show up. Community engagement here runs strong. Experienced surfers have shared videos documenting conditions and approach tips, and local wildlife observations add context to the marine environment. This grassroots documentation helps you understand what to expect before paddling out.

📖 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 · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 6475km · ~1489kg · €27

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to surf Wilderness?

Wilderness works year-round, so you can chase waves in any season. Consistency throughout the year means you're not locked into narrow windows—plan your trip whenever it suits your schedule.

What's the skill level for Wilderness?

The break accommodates multiple abilities. Beginners find manageable sections to practice, while intermediate surfers can challenge themselves on steeper peaks. Check community videos to gauge whether the current conditions match your level.

Are there any permits or access restrictions?

Wilderness is not inside a marine protected area, so access is straightforward without special permits or regulatory hurdles. Standard beach etiquette and local customs apply.

What marine life should I expect?

Twelve species observations are documented in the area. Review available community resources and local reports to familiarize yourself with wildlife patterns before you paddle out.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

18 registros · 17 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Nerita peloronta

Gastropoda · Neritidae
GBIF
Última observación:
23 ene 2026
×1registros

Helicina striata

Gastropoda · Helicinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
8 ene 2026
×1registros

Caracolus carocolla

Gastropoda · Solaropsidae
GBIF
Última observación:
8 ene 2026
×1registros

Vasula deltoidea

Gastropoda · Muricidae
GBIF
Última observación:
6 ene 2026
×1registros

Ornithoteuthis antillarum

Cephalopoda · Ommastrephidae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 abr 2022
×1registros
Profundidad:
303 m

Demospongiae

Demospongiae
OBIS
Última observación:
15 abr 2022
×1registros
Profundidad:
284 m

Hydrozoa

Hydrozoa
OBIS
Última observación:
15 abr 2022
×1registros
Profundidad:
448 m

Ascidiacea

Ascidiacea
OBIS
Última observación:
1 may 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
8–14 m

Aplysina cauliformis

Demospongiae · Aplysinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 mar 2013
×1registros
Profundidad:
8–14 m

Panulirus argus

Malacostraca · Palinuridae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 sept 2011
×1registros
Profundidad:
28–35 m

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
24 feb 1993
×2registros

Stenoninereis martini

Polychaeta · Nereididae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 ago 1979
×1registros

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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    @philipalcock · 👍 293
  • Thank you Need Essentials for making the best surfing films of the last 40 years. The sort of stuff that inspires you to change your life. I just want you and all the surfers to know how magical these works of art are.

    @selectsovereigntydefendlib9884 · 👍 285
  • A Great trip, I was over their in 1975 with my 7/6 board,, surfed alot around Gisbourne, east coast north island then onto the west coast.... stayed on the cape. New Plymoth, a wave on any wind but you needed a car, blew up 2 of them up, people used to go on about Raglean but there are better point breaks where we were ,so if you have transport you cant go wrong.... back then you didnt need a pass

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    @ramthian · 👍 5
  • Don't get it twisted, people. It's pretty cold up there normally and there is a small window where the ocean is warm enough to swim in. I am from NJ and live in NYC. The waters here are decent as far as temperature goes in July, August and Septemher. But north of Boston, MA. into R.I and New Hampshire upwards, it gets pretty cold to stay in the water more than a few minutes without getting hypothe

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Wilderness Video

National Geographic Creative
wind peaks Jul-Feb-Aug, calmest May-Sep-Oct, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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