Surf spot

BP

Forecast conditions and map view for BP in USA, North East, Long Island NY. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: USA, North East, Long Island NY
Coordinates: 40.7212, -72.8974

Metric
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BP (Long Beach / “The Breakwater Point”) — Long Island, New York

BP is a well-known surf spot on the North East coast of Long Island, NY, in the Long Beach area. It’s a classic Atlantic beachbreak with good exposure to swells coming out of the east, southeast, and northeast, and it can also turn on with south swells when the sandbars line up.

What it’s like

Type: Beachbreak, with shifting sandbars
Wave shape: Can be fast and punchy on good sand
Best for: Intermediate to advanced surfers, though it can be surfed by all levels depending on size and conditions
Crowds: Often busy when it’s working, especially on weekends and after storms

Best conditions

Swell direction: E, SE, NE
Wind: Light offshore or cross-offshore winds are best; strong onshore winds from the south/southeast can make it messy
Tide: Varies by sandbar, but many surfers prefer mid to outgoing tide for better shape
Season: Fall is usually the best time for cleaner surf and more consistent swell, though summer can still produce fun waves

Hazards / things to know

Strong rips can form, especially on larger swells
Sandbars shift constantly, so the best peak can change from week to week
Crowding and localism can be factors at peak times
Winter conditions can be harsh, with cold water and dangerous weather

Vibe

BP has a typical Long Island surf feel: energetic, sometimes competitive, and heavily dependent on storms and sandbar setup. When it’s good, it can produce really fun, hollow, high-quality beachbreak waves.