Long south-shore beach that works in SSE to ENE winds. The beach shelves steeply and the shore break gets choppy in strong wind, and large standing rocks sit off the beach.
◆ Advanced spot – Steep shelf, choppy shore break in strong wind and large rocks off the beach Today's rating, which adds wind, gusts and swell, is in the live forecast.
Riding
chop, shore break
Beach faces
SSE (about 150°)
Best wind
From the NE to ESE or S to W (side-shore)
Offshore (avoid)
From the WNW to N
Season
Windiest October–April, when fronts bring strong SW to N winds; summer is lighter and mostly S–SW. Water is cool in winter (about 19–21°C).
Guide only. Forecasts, gear sizes and spot notes can be wrong or out of date. Check conditions on the beach, take lessons from a certified instructor, ride within your ability and never ride alone. See the full disclaimer.