Surf spot

Lori Wilson Park

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Country: USA, South East, North Florida
Coordinates: 28.3352, -80.6070

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Lori Wilson Park (Cocoa Beach), North Florida / U.S. Southeast

Lori Wilson Park is a classic Florida beachbreak on the Atlantic side, known for being a reliable beginner-to-intermediate surf spot when swell is present. It sits along the Cocoa Beach stretch, so it generally catches easterly swells from the Atlantic and is best when the wave period has a bit of push.

What it’s like

Wave type: Mostly soft, sandbar-driven beachbreak
Power: Usually mellow to moderate; can get punchier with stronger swell
Best for: Beginners, longboarders, and surfers looking for easy, playful waves
Crowds: Can get busy, especially on weekends and when conditions are good

Best conditions

Swell direction: East to northeast swells work well
Wind: Light offshore or calm conditions are ideal; strong onshore winds can make it choppy
Tide: Often works best on a mid tide, though local sandbars can change the sweet spot

Hazards / notes

Being a beachbreak, the sandbars shift frequently, so the quality can change after storms or seasonal sand movement.
Watch for local swimmers and beachgoers, since it’s a popular public beach.
Can have fast closeouts on bigger swells if the sandbars line up poorly.

Overall vibe

Lori Wilson Park is a fun, accessible, and forgiving surf spot that’s great for learning or cruising on a longboard. It’s not usually a heavy reef or powerful point break, but it can deliver solid Florida surf when the Atlantic cooperates.