Tide conditions for York surf spots

York, Maine

Updated Refreshed hourly · Tide data refreshes every 30 minutes from NOAA stations.

A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in York. These 2 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.

Current Tide

9.5ft
Falling

Next Low

03:27 AM

-0.118 ft

NOAA tide data via Portland

Beach Tide Preferences

Each beach performs best at a specific tide range and direction. Plan your session around these windows.

Long Sands Beach

beginner-intermediate
rising

Top spot recommendations

Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.

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Featured Beaches(2)

Long Sands Beach

Beginner friendly

Long Sands Beach is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at York in Southern Maine. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Short Sands Beach (York Beach)

Intermediate

Short Sands Beach (York Beach) is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at York in Southern Maine. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

What to focus on today

  • Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
  • How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
  • Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
  • Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in York

Tide preferences vary by spot in York. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
Tides significantly impact surf conditions in York. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
You can check tide charts for York on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.

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