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Galveston

Galveston is a shifting, jetty-punctuated beach break on the upper Texas coast that lights up on long southeast groundswell but is prone to onshore chop and strong rip currents. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Galveston in Texas.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationTexas, US
Spot Guide

Lineup Insights

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The Wave

Groins and the Seawall focus peaks near access points and can create strong rip currents - expect the best peaks within a few hundred yards of the piers when bars line up.

Mid-rising tides often firm up inside the groins while very high tides tend to close out the shallow beach breaks.

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Lineup Guide

Groins and the Seawall focus peaks near access points and can create strong rip currents - expect the best peaks within a few hundred yards of the piers when bars line up.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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