Scarborough North Bay Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

NE to E

Wind

SW

Surf Height

Waist high to head and a half.

Tide

Not high.

Scarborough North Bay Surf Guide

The northeasterly aspect of this beach hoovers up swells from the north, north east and east and the combination of sand and flat reef creates some fun, long walls and wedgy peaks. At high the waves rebound off the huge, concave, seawall and rocky sea defences, so best at lower tides. Plenty of parking on Marine Drive.

Local Vibe

WelcomingIntimidating

Competitive spot with general relaxed vibe.

Crowd Factor

MellowHeavy

Busy spot, popular with local and the many visiting surfers

Spot Rating

PoorPerfect

Mostly fun peaks that throw up walling, occasionally sectiony waves.

Shoulder Burn

LightExhausting

OK when small, heavy paddle when big.

Water Quality

CleanDirty

OK.

Hazards

Crowds, rips, rocks.

Access

Parking on roadside overlooking sea, exit from sea tricky at high tide and big swells.

Bottom

Sand and rock

Best Season

September - November is the golden time.

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