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Granada

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Country
USA, South East, North Florida
Coordinates
29.2924, -81.0387

Granada (North Florida, Southeast USA) is a surf spot on Florida’s Atlantic side, known more for small, clean beachbreak waves than for big, consistent surf. Like much of North Florida, it’s highly swell-dependent, with the best sessions usually coming from hurricanes, tropical storms, or strong Atlantic low-pressure systems.

What it’s like

  • Wave type: Beach break
  • Quality: Can be fun and punchy when the right swell and sandbars line up, but often inconsistent
  • Best size: Usually small to moderate; larger swells can make it hollow, fast, and powerful
  • Crowds: Often lighter than major Florida surf cities, but that can vary by season and conditions
  • Wind: Offshore winds are ideal; onshore sea breezes can quickly spoil the wave

Best conditions

  • Swell direction: East to northeast swells tend to work well
  • Tide: Tide-sensitive, with sandbar-dependent peaks that may be better on mid tide or specific tide stages
  • Wind: Light northwest, west, or northwest/offshore winds are usually best

Local character

Granada tends to have a laid-back, local beach-town feel, with surf that is more about timing and patience than daily consistency. When North Florida is firing, spots like Granada can produce surprisingly good waves, especially for shortboarders looking for quick, sporty beachbreak sections.