A pocket of Rochester shoreline that pings to north winds and wind-driven Lake Ontario pulses-compact, inconsistent beachbreaks that fire on strong northerly fetch. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Durand Eastman Beach in New York.
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The Wave
Surf at Durand Eastman is typically driven by short-period, wind-dominated north to NNW swells and cleans up with a southerly or SSW offshore.
Tides are negligible compared with wind and lake-level surge.
Lineup Guide
Expect parking and crowded lineups on rare good days.
Shoreline-facing bluffs funnel crowds to the main bathing run.
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