Crescent Head Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
ESE, SE
Wind
W
Surf Height
Knee high to double overhead plus.
Tide
All tides
Crescent Head Surf Guide
In June 2008, Crescent Head was declared a National Surfing Reserve. Situated about 20 km southeast of Kempsey, Crescent is a long right point that's best on moderate east or northeast swells and southerly winds. It will get very slow on a south swell.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Humility and respect appreciated.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Moderate crowds
Spot Rating
Perfect
One of the best spots in the region.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Moderate.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Potential endorphin overload if you catch one all the way down the point.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Beach car park
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Winter
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