Sebastian Inlet Second Peak

Sebastian Inlet Second Peak is an exposed beach/jetty break on Florida’s central east coast, built around jetty-refracted wedge waves that typically peel left. The spot is known for fast, powerful surf where the wave energy reflects off the north jetty, creating a high-performance look with hollow, steep faces when conditions line up. Surf quality is closely tied to swell direction and tide. Northeast/east-northeast swell is described as optimal, and working swell height is commonly around 1.0–2.5 meters. While one source notes the break can work at all tide stages, another highlights that the wedge is most reliable around mid tide—when the tide is too high or too low, the wedge can disappear. Wind can help or hinder grooming. Offshore/cleaner conditions are described with west to southwest winds (and SW offshore is specifically called out as best). When the winds align, offshore West winds can groom the reflected wedge into cleaner, steeper faces; when winds shift onshore, the wave can lose that polished wedge character. Safety and local etiquette are central here: the inlet environment brings strong tidal currents and rips (with the strongest currents on the outgoing tide), rocks/submerged hazards near shore, and a heavy, skilled local lineup. Sharks are considered a notable risk due to fish activity through the inlet, and the water can get quite busy when conditions are good—so surf only within designated swimming limits and be prepared for intense, competitive priority in the lineup.