Penguin Head Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

E, SE

Wind

WSW

Surf Height

Triple-quadruple overhead plus

Tide

Medium tide

Penguin Head Surf Guide

Penguin Head is a fickle right that really only works during bigger southeast or east swells.

Ability Level

Intermediate - Advanced

BegIntAdv

Intermediate to advanced

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Humility and respect appreciated.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

MellowHeavy

Light

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Average most of the time.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Moderate to strong.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean

Hazards

Currents, rocks, sharks

Bring Your

Shortboard, Bodyboard, Gun

Access

Long paddle or jump off the rocks

Bottom

Sand, rock

Best Season

Year-round

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