Inch Reef

Wave

Wave TypeSandbar
Wave DirectionRight and Left
BottomSandy
Wave PowerFast, Hollow, Powerful
ReputationLegendary
Wave Length (best)Average, 50 to 150 meters
Wave Height Min3-5 ft/1-1.5 m
Wave Height Max6 ft+/2 m+

Swell & Wind

Swell DirectionWest, NorthWest
Best Wind DirectionNorthEast
Swell Size Min3ft-5ft
Swell Size Max10ft+

Tide

Best Tide MovementRising Tide

Experience & Equipment

FrequencySometimes breaks (50 days/year)
Paddle OutDifficult

Crowds & Access

Crowd (Weekdays)Empty
Crowd (Weekends)Empty
Access DistanceDay trip
Walk DescriptionShort walk (5-15 min)
Easy to FindYes
Public AccessYes
Off-road RequiredYes
Boat AccessYes
Access NotesPaddle > 20mn or Boat

Water & Hazards

Water QualityClean

Best Time to Surf

Best SeasonMarch, April, May, September, October, November

Seasonal Conditions

Jan-FebMar-AprMay-JunJul-AugSep-OctNov-Dec
WetsuitFull Suit 5/4 HoodedFull Suit 5/4 HoodedFull Suit 4/3Full Suit 2/Spring SuitFull Suit 3/2Full Suit 4/3 Hooded
Water Temp10°C10°C13°C17°C15°C12°C
Air Temp8°C8°C11°C16°C14°C8°C
ClimateRainyRainyCloudyPartly Cloudy/SunnyRainyPartly Cloudy/Sunny