Merimbula Bar Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW, S
Wind
NW, NE
Surf Height
Waist double overhead plus
Tide
Low to medium tide
Merimbula Bar Surf Guide
The entrance to Merimbula Lake hosts a perfect lefthand rivermouth sandbar that produces perfect waves on its day, yet can be frustratingly fickle. Merimbula Bar needs a pretty decent-size southerly or SW swell to break, and when it does, if you're lucky enough to be in town, you'll be scoring 200-meter rides with spitting tubes. A fast, sucky, sand-dredging takeoff leads to a series of hollow, wally sections and rippable bowls that will leave you frothing. If the crowd is getting to you, head north over the headland to Short Point to find a beachbreak to yourself, if you're prepared to walk further along the beach towards Tura.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced depending on size
Local Vibe
Doable
Humility and respect appreciated.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Heavy
Spot Rating
Perfect
One of the best spots in the region.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
When big, there can be currents sweeping through the rivermouth.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean most of the time
Hazards
Sharks and heavy current.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Beach car park
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Fall through winter
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