Lista Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Lista Surf Guide
This long, flat peninsula has a series of points, reefs and sandy bays along the southern aspect, exposed to any passing North Sea swell. The beaches have fun, peaky waves perfect for beginners. The points are bouldery, predominantly right breaking, including a wrapping, walling right close to the northern side of the of the harbour entrance at Vestbygd, plus a faster right just to the north of the harbour wall. Both break over boulders.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Good beginner beaches, reefs and points best left to more experienced surfers.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Friendly.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Small but tight local crew who wait for the best spots to turn on - be respectful, follow etiquette.
Spot Rating
Fun
A flexible area with beginner friendly beaches and quality, walling points.
Shoulder Burn
Light
OK in clean groundswells, can be hard work in windswells.
Water Quality
Clean
OK.
Hazards
Shallow, rocky points with difficult entry and exit.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, SUP, Fish, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Parking close to harbour wall and at beaches.
Bottom
Sandy beaches and rocky points.
Best Season
Best September - May.
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