Hampton Beach

About Hampton Beach

Hampton Beach is New Hampshire's slice of the surfing coast—just 18 miles of shoreline that hosts a surprisingly dedicated crew. The beach break with jetties works best on clean east swells, though the window before waves close out can be short. Summer brings crowds and small waves; fall and winter bring empty lineups and the occasional gem. The seawall and arcade-lined boardwalk give Hampton a unique character among New England surf spots. Generations of surfers have learned here, tolerating the crowds and cold for those rare perfect days.