La Piste/VVF is a popular surf spot located near a large VVF camping area on the beach. It's well-known for its unique scenery, including semi-submerged blockhaus scattered along the sand and a large dune system that offers some visual separation from the suburbs. This beach attracts a lot of surfers because it's one of the more photographed spots along the coast.
The surfing at La Piste/VVF can be quite fun, especially when the conditions are right. The optimal swell direction is from the Northwest, but it can handle swells coming from the West and North as well. Swell sizes starting from around 2 feet (0.6 meters) are manageable here. Whether you prefer lefts or rights, this beach offers both, breaking primarily over sand. Low to mid tide is ideal for catching the best waves, and surfers often get the most action when the swell is head-high or bigger. Just be aware that it handles strong currents, and you’ll often find it crowded with both shortboarders and bodyboarders.
For those looking to catch some waves, remember that La Piste/VVF really needs a good amount of swell energy to break well, even more than the open beaches to the north. The spot doesn’t do well with onshore winds, so aim for days when the wind is coming from the Southeast. While it can get tense out there, it’s mostly suitable for confident intermediate surfers, especially when there’s a solid swell on.