Saltburn is a slow, but popular beachbreak, and is the centre of the surf scene in the region. There are good
sandbanks around the pier and a punchy, low tide bank with short rights and long lefts to the eastern end at
Penny Hole.
Saltburn is a north-facing spot with surf either side of the pier while
Saltburn Point is a reefbreak to the south end of the beach under the
cliffs which comes alive in big swells. This place is one of the best
in the area for surfing and is popular as a result. Works best on a
southerly wind with a northerly swell.
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Break type: Reef Offshore wind direction: Southwesterly to southerly Swell direction: Northerly Wave direction: Lefts and rights Ability: All Water quality: Good Lifeguard service: During summer months National Trust: No
Tips
Visit the beachfront Saltburn Surf Shop. Jump off the pier to avoid the paddle out. Check Coatham Sands up past Redcar in south winds and east swell. Redcar Scars has a rare reef.
Hazards
• Shifting sandbars. • Some pollution but this the water quality is improving.