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.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Good for all surfers when small, better left to more experienced surfers when it gets big due to rips and access.
Local Vibe
Doable
Competitive spot with general relaxed vibe.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Busy spot, popular with local and the many visiting surfers
Spot Rating
Fun
Mostly fun peaks that throw up walling, occasionally sectiony waves.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
OK when small, heavy paddle when big.
Water Quality
Clean
OK.
Hazards
Crowds, rips, rocks.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard, Bodysurfing
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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