Lake Surfing
Lake surfing requires a large body of water and strong storms to produce large waves. The Great Lakes is a popular place for lake surfing because it often provides ideal conditions in the fall and winter seasons. There are several major differences from ocean surfing, such as reduced board buoyancy, shorter frequency between waves, and rougher conditions due to the storm system being closer to the waves they produce.
River surfing
Tidal Bores
Tidal bores occur in few locations around the world. These waves usually occur in places with large tidal ranges and where incoming tides are funneled into a narrow river through a broad bay. Large bores are dangerous for boats, but provide ample opportunity for river surfing.
Tidal bores occur in few locations around the world. These waves usually occur in places with large tidal ranges and where incoming tides are funneled into a narrow river through a broad bay. Large bores are dangerous for boats, but provide ample opportunity for river surfing.
Ocean Surfing
This is by far the most popular form of water surfing. Ideal conditions for ocean surfing are a light or moderate offshore wind which create barrel waves. Famous ocean surfing locations include Mavericks California, which is considered a major winter destination for the world's best big waves surfers.
