South Wall Ballina Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
South Wall Ballina Surf Guide
A dreamy lefthander that provides, like Tallows in Byron, one of the few options when the wind is from the northeast. When it's on, it's a furious performance wave, especially for goofy-footers like 1999 world champion Mark Occhilupo, who often makes cameos there.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Competitive. Be cool, fool.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
When it's on, it seems like every pro surfer in the world suddenly materializes.
Spot Rating
Fun
Average most of the time.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Moderate.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean most of the time
Hazards
Sharky, isolated.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard
Access
A little tougher than the northern headland. You can drive for nearly an hour across the Richmond River and then wind your way back to the headland or take the car ferry from the middle of town.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Winter
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