Indian River Inlet

About Indian River Inlet

Indian River Inlet is Delaware's best wave, a jetty break that can produce fast, hollow surf on solid swells. The setup is similar to Manasquan and Sebastian—waves refract off the rocks and wedge into surprisingly powerful peaks. When tropical swells or strong nor'easters hit, the inlet shows what mid-Atlantic surfing can really offer. The rips near the jetty demand respect, especially on bigger days. Delaware's small but dedicated surf community has been riding here for decades, building a scene far from the spotlight of more famous breaks.