Steamer Lane (The Lane) Surf Report & 10 Day Forecast // USA | World Beach Guide (2024)

FAQs

What tide is best for a steamer lane? ›

The absolute best time to visit Steamer Lane is around mid-tide while the tide is on the rising cycle. Be sure to check the local surf forecast at Surfline before you head out to the water.

Steamer Lane

Located off the point on West Cliff Drive, The Lane is home to four reef breaks: Indicators, Middle Peak, The Slot, and The Point. The well-loved spot is best suited for intermediate to advanced surfers.

The water temperature (55 °F) at Steamer Lane-Middle Peak is quite cool.

One of the hypotheses indicates that in the late 1930s, two friends - Claude Horan and Wes Hammond - thought it would be nice to hire steam-powered boats to cruise back and forth to create surfable waves in the region. Hence, they named it Steamer Lane.

THE BEST TIDES FOR FISHING

Typically, the best times to fish are when the tide is “running” — that is, when it's on the move from high to low or vice versa. Once the water approaches the extremes of high or low tide, it slows down and stops moving, becoming what's known as “slack,” and the fish are less likely to bite.

Lituya Bay in Alaska is known for the largest recorded wave, with a towering height of 1,720 feet triggered by a massive landslide in 1958, causing extensive devastation. Teahupo'o in Tahiti is famous for its incredibly large and powerful waves, reaching up to 20 feet high, attracting many experienced surfers.

Nazaré, Portugal

From the world's largest and one of the most famous waves in the world you probably heard already many times: Nazaré, located in west Portugal. The fishing village turned into a worldwide famous town for its monstrous waves.

Ditch Plains Beach, located in Montauk, is considered one of the best surf spots on Long Island. Known for its consistent and powerful waves, Ditch Plains attracts surfers of all skill levels.

🌊 SWELL SIZE (feet or meters)

Generally speaking the perfect size for beginners is 1 to 2ft. For intermediates: 2-4ft waves are best as it gives you more face of the wave to progress your skills on.

What is a beginner surfer? ›

You should consider yourself a beginner when: You have just had your first surf lesson or tried surfing under the supervision of someone else for the first time. You have tried paddling on a surfboard and after a few hours can keep your balance on the surfboard.

It's perfectly possible to learn to surf well into your 50s or 60s, but as mentioned you'll find it a whole lot easier if you take care of yourself and have a little bit of a fitness base.

Today's Belmar sea temperature is 69 °F.

There's no real optimal temperature, but many people feel “comfortable” swimming in water that is 70° to 78° Fahrenheit.

Steamers typically heat the water to generate steam to about 200 to 400 degrees. The higher settings are to steam wrinkles out of denser, studier fabrics such as wool and cotton. Cooler settings are used on more fragile fabrics and will not damage cashmere or silks when used correctly.

Tide pools are best explored at low tide. To choose a good day for tide pooling, use a tide table showing the times and tidal heights of all high and low tides throughout the year. They can be found at a local surfing, boating or other marine related businesses. Or, check NOAA's Tide Predictions.

Not necessarily — it depends on where you plan to surf. High tides are great if you're headed towards a reef break. The only exception is if it's near a bluff, in which case the waves rarely break before hitting land. Conversely, medium to low tides are better if you're surfing near a beach break.

A falling tide is the ideal time to fish creek mouths or the fingers of deeper channels as they empty from coastal marshes serving up a buffet table of snacks for fluke. The incoming is not usually as productive, but the dropping tide is exceptional.

The best time to dock is during a slack tide. The minimal water movement is ideal for boaters, as long as the winds are not too strong. A low tide may moor your boat before you have a chance to reach the correct docking area. A high tide also will prevent you from reaching the place where you need to dock.