Black Rock Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE
Wind
N, NE
Surf Height
Chest high-double overhead plus
Tide
Medium tide, outgoing
Black Rock Surf Guide
South Coast Pipe, Black Rock, Pipeline, Wreck Bay, Summercloud Bay… whatever you call it, this is one of the best waves on the coast. Black Rock has long held a reputation for providing one of the best lefthand tubes in Australia. There's even a short fun right that breaks until it reaches four-feet. Once you get the wave sussed, it's pretty easy to get slotted - a simple backdoor sets up as easy a tube as you'll find anywhere. It's a short wave, a perfect barrel, and a small takeoff spot.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Local vibe heaviest on land. Lock your car and be cool.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Small take off spot leads to heavy congestion
Spot Rating
Perfect
One of the best spots in the region.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Light.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Heavy wave with a tight pack.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard
Access
After parking it's a 10 to 15-minute walk. Notorious for car break-ins. Locals keep their car unlocked and leave no valuables, though word is things have changed now and it's relatively safe.
Bottom
Sharp reef
Best Season
Winter
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