Trevaunance Cove Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

Big SW

Wind

SE to SW

Surf Height

Thigh high to overhead.

Tide

Mid tide.

Trevaunance Cove Surf Guide

Punchy, busy beachbreak nestled in the heart of the 'Badlands,' one of Cornwall's most core surf communities. In medium to large swells, this small sheltered bay delivers quality, hollow rights and shorter lefts and is one of the few spots on the coast that can handle southwesterly winds. As a result, the small line-up has become increasingly busy to the point of chaos. Don't drop in. Heavy rains bring pollution down the outdated drains from the overwhelmed village sewage infrastructure.

Ability Level

Intermediate - Advanced

BegIntAdv

Not for beginners except when small.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Always super competitive. Can get feisty. Long established local crew, don't expect a warm welcome.

Crowd Factor

Heavy

MellowHeavy

Very busy.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Heavy and hollow, especially at low.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

Easy paddle out in rip on left by harbour wall.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

OK - except after heavy rain when the sewage is definitely visible.

Hazards

Rips, Crowds, punchy, rocks.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard

Access

Pay car parks close to beach. Do not drive down the slip way... its a clutch burning reverse or a watery automotive grave...

Bottom

Sand.

Best Season

December - February.

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