South Fistral Beach Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW to NW
Wind
SE to NE, but can be sheltered in S to SW.
Surf Height
Thigh high to head and a half.
Tide
Low to mid tide best, high tide breaks on rocks.
South Fistral Beach Surf Guide
Just a short walk down the beach from ‘North’ lies another iconic break with long, walling peaks and a long left breaking off the rocks. South pics up less swell due to Pentire Headland but has the advantage of offering some shelter in a southwesterly wind. Always busy with advanced surfers out back and beginners on foamies on the inside. Watch out for rips here.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Beginner
Mellower than North Fistral due to shelter from the Pentire headland. Long lefts on a larger swell and is one of the most popular surfing locations in Cornwall.
Local Vibe
Doable
The best peaks will have a heavy and competitive local crew.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Always busy, crazy in the summer.
Spot Rating
Fun
Biggest and best days sees long walls plus heavy and hollow peaks, mostly fun and rippable.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
A big paddle in big swells.
Water Quality
Clean
Good.
Hazards
Crowds, rips, rocks at southern end.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Parking along Esplanade Road overlooking sea, fills quickly when good. Steps down to beach.
Bottom
Sand and rock.
Best Season
Works year round.
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