Hangers (South Patrick Shores)

Hangers is an exposed beach-and-reef break in South Patrick Shores/Satellite Beach, Florida, known for fairly reliable surf outside the summer slump. The wave pattern is described as peaky, with both left and right waves breaking over a mix of coquina rock and sand. Conditions are most often associated with northeast swell working the break, and west winds are reported to give cleaner offshore character. Surfing is reported as possible across tide stages, with low tide noted as especially favorable for keeping the waves from becoming too fat on the rocks. Wave size is described as medium, and the break shape is commonly peeling with moderate wave power. Rides are typically short and fast (often in the ~30–50 meter range), and on bigger northeast swell the waves can close out—so it’s important to match conditions to your comfort level. Safety is a priority at this spot: hazards include exposed/submerged coquina rocks and sharks, and there can be rip and longshore current activity, especially on larger swell days. Lifeguards are not present at the spot, and rescue is listed as no at the spot level, so riders should plan accordingly and follow basic water safety and local etiquette.