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Venice North Jetty

Left and right27.1131, -82.4693

Overview

Quality
Normal
Crowd
Few surfers
Experience
Good for all levels
Bottom
Sand

About this Spot

Venice North Jetty is a surf spot located in Gulf of Mexico, Florida. The spot provides both left and right waves. It’s situated on a sandy bottom and works best during low and medium tides. Venice North Jetty is suitable for surfers of all experience levels, from beginners to advanced. The spot sometimes breaks, offering waves less than 50m in length. Typically, there are few surfers in the lineup, but it’s always important to respect the locals and follow proper surf etiquette. Before paddling out, check your skills to ensure the spot and conditions match your surfing level. The spot is known for its rips and undertow, so be cautious when entering the water. There are also rocks in the area, and sharks have been spotted, so stay alert. Venice North Jetty performs best during distant hurricane swells, and it’s one of the few places on the flat Gulf coast that can handle bigger waves. The spot can produce strong, shifty peaks that might catch you by surprise. To catch it at its best, keep an eye on hurricanes and Gulf winter lows. The spot is located on the north side of the inlet in Venice, Florida, where there’s a park with parking facilities. Nearby surf spots include Point Of Rocks, Lido Beach, Cortez Beach, Holmes Beach Pier, and Anna Maria Island Beach. For the most up-to-date information on surf conditions, check the local surf forecast, report, and webcam. A jetty, which is a man-made structure extending from the land into the water, plays a crucial role in shaping the waves at this spot. Jetties can help concentrate wave energy and create better surfing conditions. Remember to always prioritize safety and respect for the environment when surfing at Venice North Jetty.

Optimal Conditions

Best Swell
SW, W, NW
Swell Direction
202.5°-337.5°
Best Wind
NE, E, SE
Wind Direction
22.5°-157.5°
Best Tide
Low, Medium
Best Size
Good from 1.2 meters
Wave Length
< 50m
Frequency
Sometimes break (between 5 and 40)

Location

Coordinates

27.113117° N, -82.469300° W

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