Elbow Ledge

Wave

Wave TypeReef - Rocky
Wave DirectionRight and Left
Wave PowerFast, Ledgey, Powerful
ReputationLegendary
Wave Length (best)Super Long, 300 to 500 meters
Wave Height Min10-12 ft/3-3.5 m
Wave Height Max16 ft+/5 m+

Swell & Wind

Swell DirectionSouthWest, South
Best Wind DirectionNorth, NorthEast
Swell Size Min3m
Swell Size Max5m+

Tide

Best Tide MovementRising and Falling Tides

Experience & Equipment

FrequencyA rare sight - handful of days/year

Crowds & Access

Crowd (Weekdays)Empty
Crowd (Weekends)Empty
Access DistanceDay trip
Public AccessYes
Access NotesBy boat only

Seasonal Conditions

Jan-FebMar-AprMay-JunJul-AugSep-OctNov-Dec
WetsuitFull Suit 6/5 HoodedFull Suit 6/5 HoodedFull Suit 4/3 HoodedSpring SuitFull Suit 3/2Full Suit 5/4 Hooded
Water Temp4°C4°C12°C20°C16°C9°C
Air Temp-3°C1°C15°C23°C19°C6°C
ClimatePartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/Sunny