Cowries Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

SE

Wind

SW

Surf Height

Head-high to triple overhead

Tide

All tides

Cowries Surf Guide

Cowries is best in east to southeast swells. A challenging, hollow right reef, it breaks over a shallow ledge. It's semi-protected from southerly winds.

Local Vibe

WelcomingIntimidating

Humility and respect appreciated.

Crowd Factor

MellowHeavy

Less of a crowd on bigger days.

Spot Rating

PoorPerfect

Average most of the time.

Shoulder Burn

LightExhausting

Current sweeps hard inside.

Water Quality

CleanDirty

Clean.

Hazards

Rocks all over the place and of course they are covered in urchins. Then you have strong currents sweeping you into those rocks. Don't get caught inside.

Access

Sketchy rock jump off, then a short paddle.

Bottom

Reef

Best Season

Fall through winter

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