False Pass Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW
Wind
Glassy or NE
Surf Height
Waist high to a bit overhead
Tide
Any.
False Pass Surf Guide
It's called "False Pass" because it really does look like a pass, but it really isn't. It's actually an indentation along the barrier reef that, from sea, looks like it would allow entry into the lagoon. It doesn't, but it can create a barreling left, always catching more swell than anywhere else. It's worth a check on small, windless days. It's not a very long wave, but barrels are the go here. The reef is shallow and sharp, so surf with caution. A consistent, fun, reliable spot that's never totally flat, but it can't hold a lot of swell either.
Local Vibe
Mellow.
Crowd Factor
Uncrowded.
Spot Rating
Fun.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Water Quality
Clean
Hazards
The reef.
Access
Boat trip.
Bottom
Coral.
Best Season
April-September
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