Towan Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W/SW
Wind
SW to SE
Surf Height
Waist to shoulder high.
Tide
Low to mid.
Towan Surf Guide
The most sheltered of the Newquay beaches, and hence a popular spot during huge southwesterly storms when the waves here can be clean and offshore. A left breaks off the harbour wall, but the rest of the beach is either fast short lefts and rights, or a huge close out.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Good for all and any.
Local Vibe
Doable
Either a chilled summer beginners spot or winter chaos.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Busy in storm swells.
Spot Rating
Poor
Mostly a close-out. Fun when small.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
No real channel so lots of paddling.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty clean.
Hazards
Crowds, stray boards, rocks.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard, SUP, Foil, Bodysurfing
Access
A couple of car park options close to the beach.
Bottom
Sand and rock patches near high.
Best Season
A haven December - February.
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