Onslow Beach is a surf spot located in North Carolina, USA Southeast. It’s a 12-kilometer (7.5-mile) stretch of undeveloped beach within Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in Onslow County. The surf spot provides both left and right waves. Onslow Beach features a sand bottom and can be surfed at all tide levels, making it suitable for surfers of all experience levels. The waves sometimes break, with a length of less than 50 meters. The spot is known for its empty lineup, offering a peaceful surfing experience. Onslow Beach is considered underrated and is said to offer better conditions than nearby Surf City. To access the beach, take Highway 172 onto Camp Lejeune and follow signs to the beach. You’ll need to obtain a pass at the base gate and be prepared for a potential search. Be aware of rips and undertow when surfing here. Check your skills before paddling out to ensure the spot and conditions match your surfing level. When the spot is crowded, which is rare, remember to respect the locals and follow proper surf etiquette. Nearby surf spots include Emerald Isle, Surf City Pier, Atlantic Beach, Wrightsville Beach, and Mason’s Inlet. The beach has been used for practice amphibious landings by the U.S. Navy in the past and is currently a recreational area for the Camp Lejeune community. When planning your surf session, consider checking the surf forecast, report, and map for Onslow Beach. While there’s no mention of a webcam, it’s always a good idea to gather as much information as possible before your visit. Remember that access is restricted to authorized Department of Defense ID card holders. Check out the good surf at Onslow Beach in the next 7 days, the webcams, the full forecast report, or see the spot on the surf map.
Tides play a role in determining wave quality at many surf spots, but some locations like Onslow Beach remain consistent regardless of tidal changes. In these spots, the depth of the water over the seabed stays relatively stable, meaning the waves break in a similar way throughout the tidal cycle. Whether it's high, medium, or low tide, the wave conditions at these spots are largely unaffected, offering consistent surf sessions at any time of day.
Near spots
There are 11 surf spots within a range of 100 km from Onslow Beach. Use this section to find alternative spots that may be less crowded, better suited for your surfing skills, or offer a better forecast report for the next 7 days. Each spot includes detailed surf reports, forecast updates, and webcam views to help you plan. Whether you're seeking less crowded alternatives or simply exploring a region, the list of nearby surf spots is an essential tool.
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