Bore Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

SW-NW

Wind

E

Surf Height

Waist to head high.

Tide

Works on all tides.

Bore Surf Guide

Fun peaks with walling lefts and rights can be found all along this 3 km stretch of dune backed golden sand. Like many of the beaches in the Stavanger area, this is a great spot in medium sized NW swells - through Bore does tend to pick up a bit more swell than most. its a popular summer spot for surf schools and beginners due to the campsite back from the beach. There's a rivermouth and boulder reef at the northern end. Gets hollower when head high and offshore, but above that tends to close out. Has crystal clear waters and great views across to the lighthouse.

Ability Level

Beginner - Intermediate

BegIntAdv

Good for all when small, more challenging above shoulder high. Surf schools operate here.

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Friendly with good vibes.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

MellowHeavy

Popular beach break, can be busy in the summer, quiet out of season.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Popular spot with peaky waves producing fun, walling lefts and rights.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

Fine when small. Rips and heavy paddle out when big.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean

Hazards

Isolated spot with powerful swells and rips when size picks up.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, SUP, Bodyboard

Access

Large parking area just behind the dunes in the middle of the bay.

Bottom

Long sandy bay with rivermouth and boulder reef

Best Season

September - November

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