Woolacombe Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W
Wind
E
Surf Height
Waist high to overhead.
Tide
Breaks through the tides.
Woolacombe Bay Surf Guide
A 2 mile long stretch of sand that offers many peaks and loads of room to spread out. Popular high tide right at the northern end where the town is, plus the stream here helps sculpt consistent banks. Looking south there are a number of lefts and rights that work through the tides. Good option to escape the Croyde crowds.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Generally good for all comers, but best left to more experienced surfers when it gets big due to rips.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Relaxed.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
It's busy but manageable as there's plenty of room to spread out.
Spot Rating
Fun
Flexible, fun beach break with loads of potential to find good peaks in clean swells.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Not too bad.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty clean - can be sewage discharge after heavy rains.
Hazards
Rips when big.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, SUP, Bodyboard
Access
Large car park in Woolacombe overlooking the sea, or on Marine Drive running parallel to the beach, just back from dunes.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Works year round, but best September - November.
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