Deveraux Beach
- Freestyle, Shortboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Deveraux Beach (Beverly) is a reasonably exposed reef break over rock bottom that can offer both lefts and rights. Multiple descriptions emphasize barreling opportunities and an A-frame reef setup, with best performance typically coming at low tide. Wind can make or break conditions: North or Northwest offshore winds are described as cleaning up the waves, while West/Northwest offshore flow is also noted for cleaner surf. In practice, the wave quality is sensitive to the wind–swell pairing and local energy, with reports ranging from good to average depending on the day. Safety is a central concern here. The spot has submerged rocks and wash rocks, and larger swells can bring heavy surf with strong rip currents. A small take-off area and rocky transitions can also make crowd navigation difficult when conditions draw more surfers. Seasonally, the most consistent and powerful surf is described for autumn and winter, and the water stays cold into the season. Winter sessions generally call for a full cold-water wetsuit setup (including a hood, gloves, and boots), and lifeguard coverage is described as seasonal. Access is described as free during winter months, which can help reduce crowding compared with peak periods.
- Reef break with lefts and rights
- Low tide typically improves how the wave works over rocks
- Offshore winds (North/Northwest/West) can clean up conditions
- Winter sessions require serious cold-water protection
- Reef setup can deliver lefts and rights with barreling sections.
- Works best at low tide and can be reliably surfed around autumn and winter swell periods.
- Offshore-leaning winds (North/Northwest or West/Northwest) can help produce cleaner surf.
- Submerged rocks and wash rocks increase injury risk, especially at higher energy and choppier conditions.
- Rip currents are possible during larger swells.
- Spot can get crowded when waves are good.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, WNW, S, SW, N, NW
- Offshore directions
- N, NW, W, WNW
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal system winds with offshore-leaning options (notably West/Northwest) that can clean up surf.
- Reliability
- Moderate; spot-level consistency reported as not super consistent.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gustiness noted, with variability.
- Best Months
- January, February, March, October, November, December
- Thermal Window
- Sea breeze · Afternoon · Months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug · Dir: S, SW · Warm-season sea-breeze pattern commonly forms on warm afternoons in May–August.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Mixed — A mix of sand and rocks; rock bottom/reef sections are central to the break.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Reported as small-to-medium depending on source and season.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy access between rocky areas; can narrow at higher tide.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Access is possible but can be narrow at high tide and requires careful navigation around rocks.
Through the year
Can be crowded on summer weekends with beachgoers; surf lineups busiest during significant fall/winter swells.
Late autumn and winter (November–March) with frequent Nor'easters.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Occasionally used during winter storm conditions by experienced windsurfers; rocky hazards and nearby seawall/causeway make it challenging.
- Sail Sizes
- 4–5.5 m²
Exposed reef setup that can produce barreling sections with both lefts and rights. Low tide generally improves how the wave works over the reef/rocks and near the seawall/causeway.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- E, NE, SE
- Swell Height
- 0.9–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Described as reasonably exposed; sheltered compared to fully open coast but still gets hit by Atlantic swell.
- Wind Effect
- North offshore winds produce cleaner conditions; West or Northwest can also provide clean, offshore flow.
- Bigger Swell
- Can handle larger swell but may become heavy and develop strong rips; hazards increase with stronger currents near rocks.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Reported as good overall, with some sources describing average quality—conditions vary with wind and swell.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Ranges from moderate to powerful depending on conditions; can peak in a larger local swell window.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Long — Longer barreling sections are reported on the reef setup.
- Ride Length Details
- Reports include barreling sections that can run up to about 200 meters; other descriptions note typically shorter, punchy rides over reef sections.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Deveraux Beach in the full forecast view.
Deveraux Beach wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–10 ktsGusts 21 kts
- Direction
- WSW251°
- Strongest day
- Thu, Oct 2910 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.7 m7s period
- Temperature
- 2–19 °C
Over the next 7 days, Deveraux Beach is forecast for daytime winds of 2–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Thursday, October 29 with gusts to 21 kts. The prevailing direction is WSW. Waves run 0.1–0.7 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- submerged rocks
- wash rocks
- rip currents possible during large swells
- cold water
- seawall/causeway
- shore break
- large rocks and boulders
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards are listed as seasonal.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability is limited.
- Emergency Info
- Dial 911. Rescue availability reported as limited.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Local scene expectations and etiquette emphasized.
Rules of the spot
Best surfed at low tide to reduce wave washing against rocks and a nearby seawall/causeway. Small take-off areas can make crowd navigation difficult; be prepared for jostling when access is limited.
- Non-residents must pay for parking in summer months (off-season parking/free access varies by season).
- Seasonal parking restrictions apply.
- North/Northwest offshore winds tend to clean up conditions.
- Plan around tide: low tide is generally best.
- Use appropriate cold-water gear for winter sessions.
- Be cautious with lineups at a small take-off area.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Beverly
- Nearest Town
- Beverly
- Nearest Airport
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Parking
- Large parking lot; free in the off-season, paid for non-residents during summer (seasonal restrictions apply).
- Public Transport
- MBTA Commuter Rail with stations in Beverly and Salem, supplemented by local bus routes
- Access
- Free access during winter months.
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Inns and hotels available in Marblehead and neighboring Salem.
- Food & Drink
- Seasonal snack bar directly on the beach.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is described as available regionally around Marblehead/Beverly for related board sports; kite-specific rentals often require school affiliation.
- Gear Storage
- Limited public gear storage.
- Gear Repair
- Basic sail and kite repair services available via regional support.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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From riders who've been here
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Deveraux Beach?
The best overall months at Deveraux Beach are September, October, November, December, January, February, March. The best wind months are January, February, March, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Deveraux Beach?
Deveraux Beach works with W, WNW, S, SW, N, NW winds. Offshore directions are N, NW, W, WNW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Deveraux Beach?
Recommended equipment sizes at Deveraux Beach: Windsurfing: 4–5.5 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Deveraux Beach suitable for?
Deveraux Beach suits these riding levels: Windsurfing: Expert · Surfing: Intermediate to Advanced.