Lori Wilson Park (Cocoa Beach)

Lori Wilson Park is a wide, sandy, public beach in Cocoa Beach with an exposed beach-break setup that’s described as having very consistent surf and working for both left and right takeoffs. The surfing environment is generally straightforward, but it can get serious quickly because rip currents are reported and marine hazards (including sharks and stingrays) are a known risk in the shallows. For the wave itself, sources describe small, soft/crumby conditions with mushy wave shape and relatively short rides. Working swell is described in the sub-1.5 meter range, and larger swell can turn messy and close out. Tide recommendations overlap: mid/high tide is specifically highlighted, while another source notes all-tides can work depending on conditions. Wind at this spot is commonly tied to an afternoon sea-breeze/thermal pattern, with typical reported conditions in the low-to-mid teens up to the low 20s in knots. For surfing, west winds are described as providing cleaner/offshore-groomed wave faces. For wind sports, the beach width and sandy bottom are repeatedly emphasized as making setup and launching/landing comparatively safer than many tighter beaches. Beach access is direct off Highway A1A, with signage for the park entrance and extensive, free parking on both sides of the park. Lifeguards are seasonal, rescue is described as limited, and local guidance emphasizes checking lifeguard flags and keeping clear of designated swimming zones near the main pavilion areas. Park hours include a dusk closure.