Aberavon Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W/WSW/SW
Wind
E/ESE
Surf Height
Thigh high to overhead
Tide
Mid-to-high-tide - although avoid the bigger, spring high-tides
Aberavon Surf Guide
One of the region's most famous spots, whose industrial setting, complete with steel works, is in stark contrast to its nearby Gower cousins. The breakwater here helps sculpt the sand to create a prominent bank that fires long lefts and short rights from low to mid, while high tide sees the waves rebounding off the breakwater warping the line-up. This spot is capable of holding a decent sized swell.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Crowded, heavy and rippy so not for inexperienced.
Local Vibe
Doable
Competitive.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Large local crew.
Spot Rating
Fun
Excellent in clean swells when a picture perfect A frame can form.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Rippy when big.
Water Quality
Fair
Can be poor due to pollution from industry and sewage overflow in heavy rains.
Hazards
Rips, heavy waves, crowds.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Exiting the water can be tricky at high. Parking close to breakwater.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
September - February.
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