Broken Head Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

E,NE, SE

Wind

S/W

Surf Height

Shoulder high-double overhead

Tide

Low to medium tide

Broken Head Surf Guide

A good, occasionally hollow righthander that breaks over a sand/rock bottom. Can get insanely good, though it is dependent on the movement of sand. Miles of beachbreaks all the way back to Byron. Plenty of choice if the point isn't working.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced depending on size

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Be content with what you get.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Good waves breed good surfers breed a heightened sense of proprietorship. Head low, be polite, take what you can.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Typically a below average spot but sometimes gets fun.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Moderate,

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean

Hazards

Sharks and crowds.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Fish

Access

Park and walk.

Bottom

Sand/Rock

Best Season

Summer

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