Best wave is a hollow left along the western Arade breakwater, needing a solid SW swell and N–NE wind; also softer peaks down the beach. Inconsistent and busy when on.
Break
beach break, lefts; faces SSW
Level
intermediate
Best swell
SW, WSW, S
Best wind
N, NE (offshore)
Best tide
low to mid tide
Season
Winter
Typical size
1–3 m
Crowd
high
Hazards
Western breakwater (jetty) rocks; Crowded, competitive line-up at the jetty; Poor water quality after rain near the river mouth