Wishing Well Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW, NNW
Wind
Northeast to East
Surf Height
Head high-overhead+
Tide
Not the biggest tidal changes but lower generally better.
Wishing Well Surf Guide
This wave, around the corner from Wilderness, is a super-shallow right barrel breaking hard over irregular, sharp coral. It needs a big swell, as it's tucked up in the bay and is pretty much always clean and offshore. There are a couple different takeoff areas, but they all get tight and competitive when it's really on.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced depending on the surf.
Local Vibe
Doable
Ever been stink-eyed by a sponger? Prepare yourself.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Crowds can be pretty intense.
Spot Rating
Fun
It needs the right swell direction but offers good barrels when things come together.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Doesn't break far out but if the surf is big there will be current to contend with.
Water Quality
Clean
Not bad.
Hazards
Strong currents when the surf is big.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard
Access
Park right there. Careful after a rain, the road can be pretty muddy.
Bottom
Sand and reef
Best Season
Late summer and fall for tropical cyclone swells but late fall through early spring for consistency.
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