Shark Island Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SE
Wind
W
Surf Height
Waist high-triple overhead
Tide
Rising medium to high
Shark Island Surf Guide
About 150 meters the southeast of Cronulla Point lies the world-famous Shark Island. In the last decade or two, "The Island" has become a bodyboarding haven simply because they can take it on in all conditions, even when the swell has north in it. It's best on a straight southeast swell as swell direction is critical here. If it's too south the end "Surge" section doesn't barrel, but if it's too east there is a shutdown factor. Medium to large, clean east to southeast swells are generally the ideal direction and 4- to 8-foot is the optimum size, though it can handle up to 10 feet if conditions are perfect. Definitely only a mid-to-high tide break as one wrong move can land you on bone-dry reef. Shark Island is for experienced surfers only.
Ability Level
Advanced
Advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Frothing crew of hard chargers.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Heavy
Spot Rating
Fun
Average most of the time.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Moderate to strong.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Rocks, reef, shallow water, locals, sharks, urchins, rips, the death pit.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard, Gun, Tow
Access
Paddle out from rocks
Bottom
Reef, rock
Best Season
Fall through winter
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