Surf: Best at low. Dangerous at high, iron remains of groynes in middle. Bad rip at west end. Rumoured reef at west end when big and clean. Directions: R604 Environment: Average beachbreak with large beginner population when small. Better waves to be had elsewhere. Surf: General: Garretstown consists of two beaches, within proximity to rocky, unsurfable reefs. Tides: low to mid Size: Chest to overhead. Wind: N-NE Swell: S-SW Works with windswells. Bottom: Sand with exposed rock slabs. Paddling: Not far off the beach. Spot Rating: Fun wedges when sand aligns with swell. Access: Park in front. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Not a factor. Local Vibe: Friendly. Environment: Very clean. Hazards: Exposed rocks, Rips. Season: Breaks all year round but will go flat in the summer.