Green Ball Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SW, W
Wind
W, NW, glassy mornings
Surf Height
Chest-high to overhead.
Tide
Mid.
Green Ball Surf Guide
No longer the secret spot that it once was, Green Ball is still often overlooked in favor of other, better wet-season waves. A pretty average wave, Green Ball is a punchy right-hander that is typically only surfable during the wet season or early mornings during the dry season, as it gets thrashed by the trade winds. Tends to be a swell magnet, but a super strong current can drag unaware surfers out to sea, especially if they break a leash or otherwise lose a board.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Best for intermediate+ surfers who are comfortable in strong currents.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Pretty mellow.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Lack of consistency, mediocre wave quality, and 600 steps down the cliff tend to limit the crowd.
Spot Rating
Fun
Average reef break that pales in comparison to the many world-class waves on Bali.
Shoulder Burn
Exhausting
Strongest current on Bali, with real consequences.
Water Quality
Clean
Pristine.
Hazards
Shallow reef, currents, sharks.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish
Access
Pay to park at the top of the cliff and walk down the hundreds of stairs.
Bottom
Sharp, shallow reef.
Best Season
Wet season (October to April).
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