Praa Sands Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Praa Sands Surf Guide
Through the winter months this beachbreak regularly produces waves, from fun walls to speeding barrels. When big westerly or clean southwesterly swells combine with the chilly northerly winds that blow out the north coast, surfers from across the county head for the south side and the car park at Praa will be buzzing. Undoubtedly south coast Cornwall's best-known beachbreak, it can produce heavy, hollow peaks in big swells, while a decent right often reels away from the western headland. High tide can transform into a shore dump. A crowd magnet.
Ability Level
Intermediate
Crowd factor means beginners may struggle for waves. Also heavy.
Local Vibe
Doable
Competitive.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Packed when it's on but there are a few peaks which help spread the crowds a little.
Spot Rating
Fun
Lower tides can have nice peaks, occasionally hollow and challenging.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Can be hardwork.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean.
Hazards
Crowds, more crowds.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard, Bodysurfing
Access
There are a number of pay car parks overlooking the beach.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
Mostly December - February especially in big Atlantic storms.
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