Remote big-wave slab on the Tasman Peninsula, known for its stepped right-hand wall over a shallow reef. Surfed only by experienced big-wave surfers on strong south-west groundswells.
Break
reef break, rights; faces SSW
Level
advanced
Best swell
SSW, SW, S
Best wind
NNE, N, NW (offshore)
Best tide
mid to high tide
Season
Winter, May to September
Typical size
2-8 m
Crowd
low
Hazards
Giant, stepped, heavy waves; Cold water; Sharks; Remote with a long hike or jet-ski access
Nearby spots
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