The Hoek Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W
Wind
fresh SE
Surf Height
Head high to double overhead
Tide
Low to medium.
The Hoek Surf Guide
The Hoek is a great little barreling peak where many Cape Town surfers learned to pull in. Tucked away in the corner of Noordhoek Beach, the setup is protected by the howling summer southeast winds and has a nice bounce off the rocks that helps form the barreling right-hand wedge.The spot requires full commitment when paddling for a wave as southeast winds ensure it is usually howling offshore and stands up very quick. The Hoek is only surfable on the low tide and the lower the better. It will get swamped pretty quickly as the tide rises.The water temps here can be downright freezing, and there have been numerous Great White sightings here over the years. To access the Hoek, park at the Noordhoek car park. Take some water and other refreshments with you, as well as your car keys.
Ability Level
Advanced
Advanced. Late takeoffs into barrels.
Local Vibe
Doable
Couple of locals who get their share of waves, a couple of real wave hogs as well.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Gets really busy when it's one of the few places in the peninsula left to surf when the wind howls from the SE.
Spot Rating
Perfect
Some pretty perfect barrels around here.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Generally an easy paddle, but bitingly cold paddle out.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Crowds, both above and below sea level.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
A 15-minute walk from the Noordhoek car park.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
November-February
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