Old Bar Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

E, SE, NE

Wind

NW

Surf Height

Waist high-double overhead+

Tide

Medium Low|Medium|Medium High|High

Old Bar Surf Guide

Old Bar can get good on its day but is quick to get blown out. It’s a very exposed beach that is highly susceptible to local winds It’s best in small to medium, peaky swells.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced depending on size

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Humility and respect appreciated.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Light to moderate

Spot Rating

Poor

PoorPerfect

Usually a below average spot.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Moderate.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean

Hazards

Sharks, currents.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish

Access

Beach parking

Bottom

Sand

Best Season

Winter

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