The Pier

📍 Local Knowledge

The Pier in South Carolina is an exposed beach and pier break with fairly consistent surf that can work year-round. It performs best with offshore winds from the northwest and a swell direction from the northeast, primarily receiving groundswells. The break offers mainly right-hand waves and works best around mid-tide on the rise. It's a popular spot that can get crowded when conditions are good. Surfers should be cautious of rips, rocks, pollution, and localism. Optimal surf occurs when a northeast swell aligns with northwest winds, with the most consistent clean waves typically found in winter, especially in November.