I was looking at some sights that thought they knew Birch Bay surfing. Iwannasurf sight and surfme need to be updated and the waves are not so rare as they say. They say maybe 5 times a year you can ride at Birch Bay and only in one location. After living here there are five solid surfing spots around WhiteHorn in Birch Bay. I also surfed at these locations over 50 times last year and on pace for this season again. Now that I have said all of this it is important for people to know that waves here only form with wind. If you want to know when to show up follow the wind updates on news or windfinder, this will help you not be disappointed the next time you drive out there.
These photos are from the Gulf Road, it works with any South wind over 20 to 25mph sustained winds. Mid 3 to 5 tides and out going are the best for good hollow waves. This was my first surfing session at Birch Bay that I rode my 6'8" fish and rode some nice shore breaks. When the waves get bigger here and you want good rides, I feel that a surfer should be more on the intermediate level.
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