Avalon Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
Larger, mid-period ENE to ESE swells for North Av and Little Av, South Av favours South to SE/ESE swells.
Wind
North Av - NW/NE/W, Little Av - S/SW/W
Surf Height
Waist high-4 x overhead
Tide
Low-to-high
Avalon Surf Guide
A classic wave on each headland (North Av on the northern, Little Av on the southern) with plenty of decent beachbreak peaks in between.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Intimidating
Dedicated crew of locals who live for the various breaks when they turn on. Super high-standard of surfing. Hard to get a good one off the locals when it's pumping, but mostly chilled on days when its not.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Crowded, with a high ability level.
Spot Rating
Fun
Average most of the time.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Moderate.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Heavy, powerful surf and lots of moving water when the swell is up.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Beach car park
Bottom
Sand and Reef
Best Season
Year-round
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