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When there is surf, long-period swell from the N-NE with light southerly offshore flow cleans the point.
Surf GuideMichigan
Union Bay
A steep, rocky point off the Porcupine Mountains where north-northeast Lake Superior pulses can wrap into a rarely crowded but hazard-strewn peak. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Union Bay in Michigan.
Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationMichigan, US
Forecast
- Waves Flat
- Period 0 s
- Wind S 7 kt
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Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
Jagged shoreline and submerged rocks make takeoffs consequential and access is mostly from the Union Bay campground/boat launch, so sit - aware paddling and conservative lines are essential.
Tidal influence is negligible on Lake Superior but lower water can expose more reef and rocks.
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