Gills Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW, WNW
Wind
S to W
Surf Height
Head high to double overhead.
Tide
Mid tide.
Gills Bay Surf Guide
This long, green headland is home to a reeling left-hand pointbreak that some liken to those found around the Indonesian archipelago. A haven in huge westerly swells accompanied by westerly winds. This break really shines in any big swell, producing heavy, barreling lines that roll along the rocky, slab-stone bottom. As the tide drops out, rocks and boulders can appear and it can section. Usually a quiet spot, its a long walk to an exposed and challenging wave. A good place to see killer whales.
Ability Level
Advanced
Heavy waves, hard paddle, rips and tricky access so best left to experienced surfers.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Friendly.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Quiet.
Spot Rating
Fun
Long, heavy, sometimes hollow walls breaking over rock on this exposed headland. You'll probably want company.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Pentland Firth is world famous for its huge currents, rips can be bad.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean.
Hazards
Rocks, rippy, size, access and exit.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Tricky parking - its a long walk from the harbour.
Bottom
Slab-stone point.
Best Season
September - February as needs the bigger swells.
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