Surf Forecast  Godrevy

Godrevy surfspot characteristics

More about Godrevy surfspot

Exposed beachbreak, handles a fair bit of size and works all tides.

General: One of Cornwall’s most popular surfing beaches, Godrevy picks up plenty of swell, works through the tides, though is noticeably smaller at high. Waves tend to be a bit on the fat side – so bring a board with a bit of extra volume. The Red River is both a source of good sandbars as well as pollution after heavy rains. The rip from the river makes for an easier paddle out when the swell picks up. Any east wind is good, but gets chopped up in a southerly. Easy access from the National Trust car park, which fills rapidly on good days. At lower tides, the beach joins up with Gwithian to the south offering up a huge expanse of peaks and possibilities. Tides: All tides, mid tide is generally best. Size: Thigh high to double overhead. Wind: SE to NE, and even N or NW on right tides. Swell: SW to NW Bottom: Sand with occasional rock outcrops to southern end. High tide breaks on pebbles and stones. Paddling: Experienced surfers use the rip from the river to get outback. General rips can be strong in big swells. Spot Rating: Popular, classic Cornish beachie. Middle of bay can close out in anything above a small swell, but rivermouth generally has good lefts and rights. Can be a bit fat.

Good for all, beginners watch out for rips by the river.

The National Trust has two parking areas in summer, only one in winter. Also parking at Rockpool Pub.

Works year round, but best September - November.

Crowd Factor: Its never quiet, gets very busy during the summer and when good. Local Vibe: Competitive line-up with general good vibe. This may be a popular tourist beach, the tight local crew won't welcome a lack of etiquette.

National Trust car park and great cafe. Access via path through dunes, or over the bridge and down the side of the Red River.

Generally good but sewage can spill out from the river after heavy rain.

Pollution after heavy rain can be dire, crowds, rips.