Fort Pierce Inlet Surf Report & Cam Guide
Fort Pierce, Florida · Treasure Coast
Fort Pierce Inlet's north jetty is the Treasure Coast's standout jetty wave, a sand-over-rock break suited to intermediate, longboard-friendly surfing on a NE to SE swell with a high incoming tide and W or SW offshore wind. It's stronger and more serious than the open beaches nearby, with real hurricane-season exposure.
| Day | Surf | Wind | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 7/24 | ankle to knee (1.7 ft) | 10 mph ENE | Poor |
| Sat 7/25 | ankle to knee (1.4 ft) | 15 mph SE | Poor |
| Sun 7/26 | ankle to knee (1.0 ft) | 13 mph SW | Marginal |
| Mon 7/27 | ankle to knee (1.1 ft) | 15 mph SW | Fair |
| Tue 7/28 | ankle to knee (1.2 ft) | 15 mph SW | Marginal |
| Wed 7/29 | ankle to knee (1.5 ft) | 15 mph SW | Fair |
| Thu 7/30 | ankle to knee (1.3 ft) | 17 mph WSW | Fair |
Days 8 to 15 are a lower confidence outlook. Data by Open-Meteo.com, refreshed every 2 hours.
How It Breaks
At Fort Pierce Inlet, sand wraps off the north jetty for punchy, sometimes hollow rights and lefts over a sand-over-rock bottom. It's rated intermediate and longboard-friendly on its day, a stronger and more serious wave than the open beaches nearby, and it draws a moderate to high crowd when it's working.
Best Conditions
Best swell is NE through SE with a W or SW offshore wind, and the tide window is high, incoming. Fall hurricane groundswell is the standout season, with winter NE swell filling in behind it; Fort Pierce Inlet is the first spot north of the Bahamas shadow, so it picks up real ESE hurricane-season energy that spots further south miss. Strong inlet and rip currents, jetty rocks, and sharks are all part of the package.
Cam Line and Know Before You Go
Watch the live cam at Visit St. Lucie's Fort Pierce Inlet webcam, or check the paid Surfline report for a closer read on the swell. Know the flags and rip currents before paddling out, this is a reef and rock bottom so booties are worth wearing, and keep an eye on the inlet current and boat traffic the whole session.
Parking and Local Tips
Parking is paid state-park entry, and the lot can fill on a good swell, so get there early. Local tip: the north jetty wraps a NE or E swell into a quality right, but stay aware of the rip and the rocks the whole way in and out. Little Jim Bait & Tackle and the rest of the Fort Pierce inlet strip are right there for food after a session.
Gear and the Shop
Bring a wetsuit for the winter NE swell season, and pack a leash you trust, this is a jetty wave with real current. Island Water Sports stocks surfboards, wetsuits, leashes, wax and traction, fins, ding repair kits, and board bags. Fort Pierce Inlet is north of our South Florida stores, so check the full list of Island Water Sports locations for the closest shop on your drive.
Gear for Fort Pierce Inlet (North Jetty)
FAQ
What skill level is Fort Pierce Inlet suited for?
Intermediate, and it's longboard-friendly on its day. It's a stronger, more serious wave than the open beaches nearby, with strong inlet and rip currents and jetty rocks to watch.
What tide works best at Fort Pierce Inlet?
A high, incoming tide, paired with a NE to SE swell and W or SW offshore wind. Fall hurricane groundswell is the standout season, with winter NE swell filling in.
Is there a live cam for Fort Pierce Inlet?
Yes, Visit St. Lucie runs a free webcam of the inlet, and Surfline carries a paid surf report and cam for a closer read on conditions.