13th Beach

Surf Guide

The beachbreaks of Thirteenth Beach extend from the rocky headland at Barwon Heads for several kilometers towards the small town of Breamlea to the west. It's a favorite of surfers from Victoria's Surf Coast as unlike a lot of other waves in the region, it works on a northeast wind, a direction which reduces wave quality in the Bells area. Rocky outcrops are dotted along the beach and are visible at low tide. They provide excellent reefs within the shifting sand bottom, and as a result Thirteenth is one of the most consistent beachbreaks on the west coast. Thirteenth can break from two feet and hold up to six feet with the lower tides usually providing the best conditions. As the swell gets larger, Bomboras out the back start breaking and are worth a look for the more adventurous surfer. Otherwise, head west to the more famous points near Torquay. There are usually several shifting peaks to choose from, with the best quality and greater power found at the eastern end of the beach (known as the Beacon) and smaller, gentler waves to the west for beginners. And if you're getting closer to the large windmill you're getting closer to the pumping station - that's sewage treatment. Don't swallow the water around here. Have a photo for this break? Send it over!