Kimmeridge Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW
Wind
N
Surf Height
Waist high to head and a half.
Tide
Works through the tides.
Kimmeridge Bay Surf Guide
There are a number of quality reefs here that start breaking in small swells and can hold a good size. The Bench (Broad Bench) breaks off the end of the headland with excellent rights and shorter lefts. It is on an MOD firing range so access is restricted - check first. To the east, outside the bay, are The Ledges, a number of right and left reefs with long walls. There are also waves in the bay.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Best left to experienced surfers due to crowds, rips and reef.
Local Vibe
Doable
Competitive.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Usually crowded, especially when good.
Spot Rating
Fun
The Bench can be excellent, hollow and fast. The Ledges are longer and rolling, but can be fast and walling.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Waves break far out so long paddles.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean.
Hazards
Crowds, reef, rocks, rips when big.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, SUP
Access
Toll road leads to car park.
Bottom
Flat ledge reef with rocks.
Best Season
September - February.
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