Surf Forecast  Putsborough

Putsborough surfspot characteristics

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Popular beach with reasonable peaks, well sheltered from SW-S wind by Baggy Point. Rip along cliff useful when big.

General: This quality beachbreak, at the southern end of Woolacombe Sands, can throw up some decent banks and, in a solid swell, can deliver hollow rides almost on par with its better-known and more-crowded neighbour, Croyde. The huge mass of Baggy Point, at the southern end of the bay, offers protection from the wrath of southerly and southwesterly winds that can wreck nearby spots, although it also means that the waves are usually a foot or two smaller. Easy parking overlooking the waves. Can get crowded. Tides: Works on all tides, but can disappear at high. Size: Thigh high to overhead. Wind: SE, E Swell: Big SW to W. Bottom: Sandy bay, occasional rocks at high. Paddling: Generally OK, can be heavy going when big. Rips by headland. Spot Rating: Fun banks that can be excellent, peaky, hollow waves on those big winter swells.

Good for all, especially when small.

There's ample parking overlooking the beach behind the café. Road to beach is narrow and windy.

September - February as it needs bigger swells.

Crowd Factor: Can get busy, but manageable. Local Vibe: Pretty tolerant so bring a relaxed vibe.

Very narrow and steep lane to access. Slippery when wet. Camping and parking above beach.

OK.

Watch out for rips by the point when big. Crowds.