Camber Sands Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

SW

Wind

N

Surf Height

Thigh to head high.

Tide

Not high.

Camber Sands Surf Guide

Long, flat sandy bay that can have OK banks at rivermouth western end (some shelter in W wind) or occasional peaks spread to east at mid to lower tides. Best on a rare west or southwest groundswell, more often breaks on windswell. Popular longboard and SUP spot. Closes out when gets bigger.

Ability Level

Beginner - Intermediate

BegIntAdv

Good for all.

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Chilled.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

MellowHeavy

Can get busy, but generally mellow.

Spot Rating

Poor

PoorPerfect

Long, rolling waves, occasional walling section.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

Easy.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

OK - can be sewage discharge after heavy rains from the Rother.

Hazards

Rips by river when big.

Bring Your

Longboard, SUP

Access

Large beachside car park.

Bottom

Sand.

Best Season

December - February - needs big swell.

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