S-Turns
Outer Banks · United States
Beach breakgood for intermediates and advanced surfers
One of the East Coast's best beach-break barrels in hurricane swell. Best wind — W.
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 |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | east |
| Working swell | from north — south |
| Coordinates | 35.607, -75.464 |
FAQ
Is S-Turns good for beginners?
S-Turns is a spot for intermediates and advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for S-Turns 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/#outer-banks/s-turns-rodanthe. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Outer Banks
- Kitty Hawk Pier — Beach break by the pier, beginners and intermediates
- Jennette's Pier — Beach break by the pier, beginners and intermediates
- Avon Pier — Beach break by the pier, intermediates
- Cape Hatteras Lighthouse — Beach break by the groynes, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Frisco Pier — Beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers