Hampton Beach – The Wall
Free live surf cam at The Wall on Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, hosted by Cinnamon Rainbows Surf Co. The center of New Hampshire surfing, with a consistent beach break along the seawall.
New Hampshire
2 free live surf cams tracked in New Hampshire
About New Hampshire Surfing
New Hampshire's ocean coastline is the shortest of any U.S. state with a saltwater coast — under 20 miles — but it sees the same general cold-water New England surf pattern as Maine and Massachusetts on either side of it, with fall and winter nor'easters producing the most consistent swell.
When to Surf
Real NOAA buoy data shows offshore swell typically peaking around February (averaging roughly 4.7 ft) and easing to its calmest around July (roughly 2.3 ft).
Water Temp & Wetsuit Needs
Water ranges from roughly 38°F in the coldest month to 63°F in the warmest. In the coldest stretch, a thick wetsuit (5/4mm or a semi-dry suit) with boots, gloves, and a hood is standard; by the warmest month, a 3/2mm wetsuit is the standard choice.
Skill Level Breakdown
Of New Hampshire's 2 tracked cams, 2 are beach breaks — generally the most beginner/longboard-friendly wave type.
Surf Etiquette
The core etiquette rules are the same on every coast: the surfer closest to the peak has right of way, don't drop in on a rider already up, and take a few minutes to watch how a lineup is working before paddling out if you're new to a spot. See each spot's own page for etiquette notes specific to its break type.
Quick Facts
- Cams tracked: 2
- Coastline: Atlantic
- Break types: 2 beach
Cams on the Map
Jenness Beach
Free live surf cam at Jenness Beach in Rye, New Hampshire, hosted by Summer Sessions Surf Shop. One of the most consistent and well-regarded surf spots on the short New Hampshire coastline.