Skulpfontein Reef

Where in South Africa is Skulpfontein Reef located?

Wave

Wave TypeReef (rocky)
Wave DirectionRight
BottomFlat Rocks
Wave PowerFast, Hollow, Ledgey, Powerful, Slab
ReputationLegendary
Wave Length (best)Long, 150 to 300 meters
Wave Height Min3-5 ft/1-1.5 m
Wave Height Max8 ft+/2.5 m+

Swell & Wind

Swell DirectionWest
Swell Direction (degrees)247.5°-292.5°
Best Wind DirectionNorthEast
Wind Direction (degrees)22.5°-67.5°
Swell Size Min3ft-5ft
Swell Size Max8ft+

Tide

Best Tide MovementRising Tide

Experience & Equipment

FrequencyRegular (40 between and 150)

Crowds & Access

Crowd (Weekdays)Empty
Crowd (Weekends)Empty
Access DistanceWeek-end trip
Walk DescriptionInstant access (<5 min)
Easy to FindYes
Off-road RequiredYes
Boat AccessYes
Access Notes4x4

Best Time to Surf

Best SeasonMarch, April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Seasonal Conditions

Jan-FebMar-AprMay-JunJul-AugSep-OctNov-Dec
WetsuitSpring SuitFull Suit 2/Spring SuitFull Suit 3/2Full Suit 3/2Full Suit 3/2Full Suit 2/Spring Suit
Water Temp19°C18°C16°C15°C16°C17°C
Air Temp26°C25°C20°C12°C15°C19°C
ClimateSunnySunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnySunny