Marshfield Jetty
- Shortboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Expect small surf conditions much of the time, especially for experienced riders. When the wind is from the west, conditions are more likely to produce cleaner faces, and the jetty/rock-side sand buildup can improve shape and organization compared with nearby open beach setups. On lower tides, the wave is more likely to stand up and peel, with medium ride lengths reported and right-handers peeling off the jetty noted as a highlight.
- Best month: February
- Best tide: low tide
- Offshore grooming with west winds
- Fairly consistent surf in winter with February as the best month
- West winds groom the cleanest faces (offshore when winds are from the west)
- Jetty/rock-side setup can provide more organized shapes than open nearby beaches
- Often too small for most surfers (most days are reported as small)
- Exposed setup can make conditions harsher in winter
- Rip currents near the jetty rocks, especially with larger swells
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, WNW
- Offshore directions
- W
- Wind Range
- 10–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — West to west-northwest winds; described as frontal in one provider’s notes.
- Reliability
- Moderate
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gusts reported.
- Best Months
- February
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small waves reported by one provider; another provider describes medium waves as well.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Chop reported; also described as able to produce organized shapes when wind/swell align.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach area adjacent to the rock jetty
Through the year
Quieter in winter; can be busier on weekends during a clean autumn swell
Late summer and autumn bring potential for hurricane-related swells; winter brings Nor'easters.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A fairly exposed beach/jetty break with fairly consistent surf in winter, but summer is often mostly flat. Waves can be small most of the time, though the jetty/rock-side sand buildup can yield more organized shapes than open beaches nearby.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- E, ESE, ENE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low — Best tide is low.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed setting; one provider also describes the break as semi-sheltered due to the jetty/rock features.
- Wind Effect
- West winds are offshore and provide the cleanest faces; conditions are often too small for most surfers.
- Bigger Swell
- Can handle larger storm swells but may close out if too big.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Average overall quality reported; can be more organized when conditions align.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Moderate wave power described.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Peeling sand/jetty break profile.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peeling waves; medium peel speed reported.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Medium ride length; a decent wall especially on right-handers peeling off the jetty.
- Ride Length Details
- Waves can offer a decent wall, especially on the right-handers peeling off the jetty.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Marshfield Jetty in the full forecast view.
Marshfield Jetty wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–12 ktsGusts 24 kts
- Direction
- W260°
- Strongest day
- Thu, Oct 2912 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.4 m6s period
- Temperature
- 3–20 °C
Over the next 7 days, Marshfield Jetty is forecast for daytime winds of 2–12 kts, peaking around 12 kts on Thursday, October 29 with gusts to 24 kts. The prevailing direction is W. Waves run 0.1–1.4 m with a period of about 6s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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
- Rocks near the take-off zone
- Rip currents near the jetty rocks (especially during larger swells)
- Cold water
- Sharks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No direct rescue availability reported at the spot itself.
- Emergency Info
- For emergencies dial 911. Nearest major medical options referenced include Morton Hospital & Medical Center (Taunton, ~25 km) and Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Plymouth / South Shore Hospital in Weymouth.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Relatively few surfers even on good days; locally minded etiquette noted.
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies; respect the locals at the main peak.
- Seasonal swimming zones may restrict surfing in certain beach areas during summer months.
- Limited public parking and possible residents-only parking restrictions are common in summer.
- Low tide is generally the best time for the wave to stand up and break properly.
- Winter surfing requires high-quality cold-water gear.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Boston
- Nearest Town
- Marshfield
- Nearest Airport
- Boston Logan International Airport
- Parking
- Limited public parking is available near the beach access points; residents-only parking restrictions are common in summer
- Public Transport
- Limited local bus service; also described as accessible via the MBTA Commuter Rail Greenbush line plus a short drive or bike ride
- Access
- Accessible via local roads leading to the Green Harbor/Burke's Beach area
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Local vacation rentals and small motels in Marshfield.
- Food & Drink
- Several seafood restaurants and cafes are located in the Green Harbor area.
- Equipment Rental:
- Local shops in the Marshfield area offer surfboards and wetsuits for rent.
- Gear Repair
- Gear repair via local surf shops for minor board repairs is described regionally.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Marshfield Jetty?
The best overall months at Marshfield Jetty are December, January, February. The best wind months are February.
Which wind directions work at Marshfield Jetty?
Marshfield Jetty works with W, WNW winds. Offshore directions are W.
What skill level is Marshfield Jetty suitable for?
Marshfield Jetty suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.