Surf: General: Scarborough Castle looms over the bay, looking down onto one of the region's most consistent and popular breaks. The northeasterly aspect of this beach means it Hoovers up swells from the north, north east and east and the combination of sand and flat reef creates some fun, long walls and wedgy peaks. At high the waves rebound off the huge, concave, seawall and rocky sea defences, so best at lower tides. Plenty of parking on Marine Drive. Tides: Not high. Size: Waist high to head and a half. Wind: SW Swell: NE to E Bottom: Sand and rock Paddling: OK when small, heavy paddle when big. Spot Rating: Mostly fun peaks that throw up walling, occasionally sectiony waves. Access: Parking on roadside overlooking sea, exit from sea tricky at high tide and big swells. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Busy spot, popular with local and the many visiting surfers Local Vibe: Competitive spot with general relaxed vibe. Environment: OK. Hazards: Crowds, rips, rocks. Season: September - November is the golden time.