Cronulla

Surf Guide

Cronulla, derived from an Indigenous word — kurranulla, meaning “place of pink seashells” — is located a half-hour’s drive south of the city. This large sandy southeast-facing bay and dune system stretches for around three miles (4kms) end-to-end, giving surfers quiet waves to suit a range of skill levels. At the south end of the bay you’ll find a variety of point and reef break setups for those looking for a more predictable advanced wave.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced depending on size.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Strong local surf community, plenty of space to find an uncrowded wave.

Crowd Factor

Heavy

MellowHeavy

Can be crowded at peak times, large beach with a lot of area to spread out.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Usually above average and gets good quite often.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Moderate.

Water Quality

Fair

CleanDirty

Fair.

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

ENE, E, SE, SSE

Wind

NW

Surf Height

Waist high- double overhead

Tide

Mid-High