Horace Caldwell Pier
Texas Coastal Bend · United States
Beach break by the piergood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Port Aransas' main spot, waves from Gulf wind swells. Best wind — NW (after a cold front).
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break by the pier |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | southeast |
| Working swell | from northeast — south |
| Coordinates | 27.8265, -97.053 |
FAQ
Is Horace Caldwell Pier good for beginners?
Yes, Horace Caldwell Pier works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Horace Caldwell Pier today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#texas-coastal-bend/horace-caldwell-pier. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Texas Coastal Bend
- Mustang Island State Park — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Packery Channel — surf spot, intermediates
- Bob Hall Pier — Beach break by the pier, beginners and intermediates