Point Cartwright Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NE, E, SE
Wind
W, SW
Surf Height
Waist high-triple overhead
Tide
Dropping mid to low
Point Cartwright Surf Guide
Point Cartwright is a challenging right-hander that handles solid overhead swells. rideable on all tides, it breaks on just about any swell with an easterly direction. It can also handle south or southwest winds. At its best it can be a hollow, tubing setup.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Humility and respect appreciated.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Moderate
Spot Rating
Fun
Usually above average and gets good quite often.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Must paddle across channel to get to point break. Also can be a long paddle back up the point on bigger days.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean most of the time
Hazards
Watch out for boats coming and going in the channel.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Beach car park
Bottom
Rock, sand
Best Season
Summer and cyclone season
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