Uredd Monument
- Advanced riders
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Uredd Monument is a remote Arctic point-break surf spot on a rocky coast, best surfed during mid-tide conditions in winter—especially January. The bottom is rock, with hazards both on the shore and submerged boulders, so the waterline can be unforgiving even when the wave itself is working. Wind is primarily frontal, and southeast/east winds are associated with the best setups. Sources also emphasize that conditions may vary: one description highlights that the point break is sheltered, while another notes it can be exposed to the elements. In practice, surfers should expect the spot to be weather-driven, particularly during stormy late autumn through winter. Wave quality is described as good (with some sources calling it average), with moderate wave power and a mix of peeling/mixed shapes. Working swell direction is reported as north-northwest / northwest, and the spot may require a substantial swell energy to wrap into the break effectively, with generally short rides. Because the spot is cold, remote, and rocky, preparation is essential. Expect extremely limited services at the monument itself and take a full winter kit (thick winter wetsuit with hood, gloves, and boots). Always check conditions carefully before entering the water.
- Winter-focused point-break surf on a rocky Arctic shoreline
- Best tide is mid tide; best month is January
- Low-profile spot with limited local visitation outside adventurous travelers
- Niche point-break surf with winter consistency in the Lofoten/Arctic area
- Best tide is mid tide
- Low-profile, typically very quiet in the water
- Rock hazards onshore and submerged boulders
- Cold Arctic water demands serious winter thermal protection
- Remote setting with limited/no immediate rescue at the spot
- Wave activation may require significant swell energy
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SE, E
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal winds associated with North Atlantic low-pressure systems.
- Reliability
- 4% blown per month
- Best Months
- December, January
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Rocks
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Some sources describe medium size; working conditions depend on swell energy.
- Launch
- Rocky shoreline with limited space near the monument area.
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — Limited space near the monument area and rocky entry.
Through the year
Generally very quiet year-round; winter is the most consistent riding period.
Stormy conditions are frequent from late autumn through winter.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A sheltered/point-break Arctic wave that is generally consistent in winter, but can require a substantial swell to really activate over a rocky bottom.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- NNW, NW
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Best tide is mid tide.
- Shelter
- Sheltered — One source describes it as sheltered; another describes it as exposed—conditions may vary with wind and swell wrapping.
- Wind Effect
- Ideal southeast winds; works best with light offshore winds from the east/southeast.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size from storm swells; requires significant swell energy to wrap into the break effectively.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Some sources rate wave quality as average.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Some sources describe the wave shape as mixed.
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Short
- Ride Length Details
- Ride length is generally short.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Uredd Monument in the full forecast view.
Uredd Monument wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–16 ktsGusts 38 kts
- Direction
- SSE155°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2516 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–1.7 m8s period
- Temperature
- 5–12 °C
Over the next 7 days, Uredd Monument is forecast for daytime winds of 3–16 kts, peaking around 16 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 38 kts. The prevailing direction is SSE. Waves run 0.4–1.7 m with a period of about 8s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- Extremely cold water
- Remote location
- Submerged boulders
- Large rocks and boulders (shore and submerged)
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level sources indicate no immediate rescue services available.
- Emergency Info
- Police: 112, Medical: 113, Fire: 110.
Rules of the spot
Standard Arctic surfing safety applies due to cold water and rock hazards.
- Always check conditions before entering the water.
- The spot is highly exposed to the elements.
- This is a very remote location with no immediate rescue services available.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Bodø
- Nearest Airport
- Bodø Airport (BOO)
- Parking
- Paved parking available at the Ureddplassen rest area.
- Public Transport
- Limited local bus services along the Kystriksveien (Coastal Route 17) and express boats (Hurtigbåt) connecting Ørnes to Bodø.
- Access
- Accessible by car via the Fv17 coastal road (Helgelandskysten); the spot is located directly at the Uredd Monument rest area.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Norwegian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Limited options in nearby villages; camping is common in the region.
- Food & Drink
- No services at the monument; facilities available in nearby areas.
- Equipment Rental:
- Limited specialized wind-sport rental; for surf gear visitors typically bring their own.
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 Uredd Monument?
The best overall months at Uredd Monument are December, January.
Which wind directions work at Uredd Monument?
Uredd Monument works with SE, E winds.
What skill level is Uredd Monument suitable for?
Uredd Monument suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.