Tallows Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SE, E.

Wind

W/N/NNE/NW

Surf Height

Knee high to double overhead plus.

Tide

All tides.

Tallows Surf Guide

On the south side of Cape Byron is a long exposed beach called Tallows. A long beach break with loads of space to find a wave to yourself.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced depending on size.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Can get packed on a good swell, a good vibe in the water.

Crowd Factor

Heavy

MellowHeavy

Reasonably chilled. Can be crowded in a nor'easter as it's the only place that can handle the wind.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Fun.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Strong currents.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean most of the time.

Hazards

Sharks, strong rips and powerful surf.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Bodyboard, Fish

Access

Beach car park and a few minutes walk.

Bottom

Sand, Rock.

Best Season

Surf-able Year-round.

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