Surfside Jetty 1 (Treasure Island)

Surfside Jetty 1 (Treasure Island) is an exposed beach/jetty surf spot on the Texas Gulf Coast that doesn’t work very often—when conditions line up it can still be one of the better surf options in the area. The setup is influenced by the adjacent deep-water ship channel, which helps swell energy reach the coast and can translate into punchier, more rideable waves than many typical Gulf beach breaks. The break is reported as a beach/jetty type with waves that can show both directions of surf, and offshore North to North-Northwest winds are especially helpful for grooming cleaner faces. Optimal swell is generally described as coming from the East to Southeast sectors (including East-Southeast), with typical working swell heights reported around 0.6 to 1.8 meters. Wave quality is described as good, often with a peeling shape and medium ride lengths—short, punchy runs are common, with longer rides possible when sandbars form near the jetty. Safety is a major consideration at this location. Reported hazards include sharks and jellyfish, plus rip-current tendencies near the jetty and strong current pulls close to the channel. Heavy ship traffic and sharp granite jetty rocks add additional risk, and submerged debris can occur. The key operational rule is to stay well away from the active ship channel and surf near the jetty only with extra caution for current effects and wind-driven drift. For timing, February is singled out as the best month, and overall seasonal conditions favor autumn and spring as a strong balance of swell and temperatures. Access guidance emphasizes parking at Anderson St. and walking up the beach; sometimes access requires arranging entry through a gated community resident right out front. For riders, limited rescue availability reinforces the importance of planning, staying alert to hazards, and avoiding the channel even when the surf looks promising.