Crescent Head Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

E, NE, SE

Wind

SW, W, S.

Surf Height

Knee high to overhead.

Tide

Mid tide.

Crescent Head Surf Guide

Crescent Head is a sand and rock bottomed right hand point break on the NSW mid north coast. It's fun and approachable to all types of surf-craft and ability.

Ability Level

Intermediate - Advanced

BegIntAdv

Intermediate to advanced.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Fun for everyone.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Moderate crowds.

Spot Rating

Perfect

PoorPerfect

Super fun.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Moderate.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean

Hazards

Submerged rocks, strong currents.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard, Bodysurfing, Kiteboard, SUP, Foil

Access

Beach car park.

Bottom

Sand and rock.

Best Season

Waves year round.

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