It used to be the surfing in the United States was thought to be all about California and Hawaii. However, eight-time world champion surfer Kelly Slater put Florida surfing on the map. If you are on vacation in Florida and looking for some of the top surf spots, you will have many wonderful destinations to choose from. Here are some of top surf areas that you should visit.

When you ask anyone in the know about surfing in Florida, the first thing that comes out of their mouth will be “The Inlet.”

Sebastian Inlet, or just “The Inlet” as it is known, is located south of Cocoa Beach, Florida. This area has the state’s most consistent surf and is very popular (and crowded!). This is highly regarded as the best place to surf in the state. Cocoa Beach is home to surfer Kelly Slater and Ron Jons, the world’s most famous surf shop.

North from The Inlet is Satellite Beach, where surfing is good as well. Canaveral Pier (Cocoa Beach Pier) is a popular destination among surfers of all skill levels and home to many local surfing contests. Another top surf spot in Florida is Ponce Inlet, which rivals Sebastian Inlet in popularity and surf quality.

Florida has dozens of good surf breaks which are located south of Sebastian Inlet. The most famous of these is without question Palm Beach’s Reef Road. Though many of the surf spots in Florida truly don’t have the “big” waves, Reef Road is an exception. Here you may find waves up to 15 feet.

There are many other good surf locations throughout Florida from Daytona Beach to St. Augustine to Penascola. Many of the Florida tourism sites offer detailed information about the surf spots in Florida, check out visitflorida.com and floridasurfing.com for more recommendations.