Higgins Beach Surf Report & Forecast

Local Knowledge

Higgins Beach in Maine is an exposed beach break that usually offers surfable waves. Offshore winds from the northwest provide the best conditions, with some shelter from north winds. The break receives a mix of groundswells and windswells, with the ideal swell direction coming from the southeast. Waves break both left and right, and the area is often crowded. Surfers should be cautious of rips, rocks, and pollution. The best time for consistent, clean waves is during autumn, particularly in November.